Finance Manager /Accounting Manager

Wade Macdonald; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus 30%

Benefits

Job summary

Wade Macdonald is seeking a Financial Controller / Accounting Manager for a SAAS business, offering remote working from the UK with occasional travel. You will lead financial reporting under IFRS, ensure governance and risk management, and manage a finance team within a listed-group environment.

You will partner with senior stakeholders to optimise cash flow and drive process improvements, while maintaining strong financial controls and enabling strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Managing month-end and quarter-end reporting under IFRS.
• Overseeing financial controls and reporting to ensure statutory and group compliance.
• Identifying opportunities to enhance financial performance and cash flow.
• Preparing and reviewing journals, reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Coordinating external audit activities and addressing inquiries.
• Partnering with operational leaders on proposals, bids and contracts.
• Overseeing governance, legal coordination and risk management across the unit.
• Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team.
• Driving improvements to financial systems and processes.
• Providing financial guidance to senior management for key business decisions.

Job description

Financial Controller / Accounting Manager - SAAS - Remote

Location: UK, Remote
Salary: £60,000-£70,000 Plus 30% Bonus and Benefits
Working Pattern: Remote 10% travel

About the Client

Our client is an established organisation operating within a larger international group. With a strong focus on operational excellence, financial integrity and continuous improvement, they offer a collaborative environment where individuals are encouraged to take ownership and make a meaningful contribution.

Their culture is built around trust, teamwork and professional development, with an emphasis on supporting employees to develop their skills and achieve their potential.

About the Job

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller / Accounting Manager to take responsibility for the financial management and operational performance of a business unit. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will oversee financial reporting, compliance, governance and risk management, while leading and developing the finance team.

This is a hands-on leadership role offering significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to influence financial processes, strengthen controls and support wider business objectives.

Duties will include:

• Managing month-end and quarter-end reporting, ensuring accurate financial information is delivered within Group deadlines and in accordance with IFRS
• Overseeing financial controls, accounting processes and reporting procedures to maintain compliance with statutory and corporate requirements
• Identifying opportunities to enhance financial performance, cash flow and operational efficiency
• Preparing and reviewing journals, reconciliations and supporting financial documentation
• Coordinating external audit activities, addressing queries and implementing recommendations where appropriate
• Partnering with operational leaders to review commercial proposals, project bids and contractual arrangements
• Overseeing corporate governance, legal coordination and risk management activities across the business unit
• Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team, supporting succession planning and individual career progression
• Driving improvements to financial systems, internal procedures and administrative processes
• Building effective relationships with senior management and Group stakeholders, providing financial guidance and supporting key business decisions

About the Successful Applicant

You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent) with strong IFRS knowledge and experience reporting into a larger Group, ideally within a listed environment. A hands-on approach to financial accounting, excellent attention to detail and proven team leadership skills are essential. You will be commercially aware, organised and confident engaging with stakeholders, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Experience with OneStream, NetSuite and Salesforce would be advantageous.

What You Will Receive in Return

You will have the opportunity to take ownership of a broad finance function within an established international Group, working closely with senior leadership and contributing directly to business performance.

The position offers exposure to complex financial operations, opportunities to improve processes and systems, and the chance to develop and mentor a finance team within a supportive, learning-focused environment.

Further details regarding salary, benefits and working arrangements will be confirmed.