Finance Manager (6 Month FTC)

Edenbrook; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager for a 6-month contract in London. The role entails overseeing expense management, financial reporting, and supporting process improvements. Candidates should have a recognised accounting qualification along with strong technical skills in finance operations. This opportunity offers a supportive environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of relevant experience.
• Experience within finance operations environment.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly expense bookings and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly expense schedules for key departments.
• Manage intercompany invoicing and postings.

Skills

Accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Technical accounting knowledge

Proficiency in Excel

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Recognised accounting qualification

Tools

Workday

Job description

This range is provided by Edenbrook. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Associate Consultant - Insurance Recruitment

We are currently partnering with a Leading Global Specialty Insurance organisation to recruit a Finance Manager (6 Month FTC – Maternity Cover). The successful candidate will play a key role within the Finance Operations function, supporting the delivery of accurate financial reporting, expense management, and process improvement initiatives across international entities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly expense bookings, including accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset transactions.
• Prepare monthly expense schedules for key departments such as IT, Facilities, Legal, and Consultancy.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Manage intercompany invoicing and postings from group entities.
• Record monthly investment portfolio transactions.
• Support process improvement initiatives following the implementation of a new ERP system.
• Provide coverage and support within Accounts Payable and employee expense processes.
• Supervise and mentor a small team of part-qualified accountants.
• Contribute to the preparation of finance-related sections for Board and Committee reports.
• Assist with statutory and regulatory returns as required.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and project work.

Qualifications

• A recognised accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least five years of relevant experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience within a finance operations environment.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with general ledger and ERP systems (e.g., Workday).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and geographies.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior finance team members.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, with a focus on driving continuous improvement.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Finance

Industries

Insurance

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