Finance Manager: Build a Scalable Finance Function (Hybrid)

Goodman Masson; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunity to build and lead the finance function with direct access to senior leadership

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance cycle and develop a scalable finance function. This role requires strong expertise in bookkeeping, payroll, and VAT reporting, along with advanced Excel skills and knowledge of UK compliance. The position offers a competitive salary of £70,000 – £75,000, with the opportunity to work in a hybrid model. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and has experience in the media or marketing industries.

Qualifications

• Strong experience across bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, P&L reporting and audit prep.
• Solid understanding of UK compliance requirements (VAT, PAYE, pensions, audit, statutory accounts).
• Experience within media, marketing or agency environments.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts including P&L and cash-flow forecasts.
• Lead year-end audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Manage end-to-end finance operations, including bookkeeping and supplier payments.
• Drive process improvements and support automation initiatives.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll

VAT reporting

P&L reporting

Audit preparation

Xero knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance cycle and develop a scalable finance function. This role requires strong expertise in bookkeeping, payroll, and VAT reporting, along with advanced Excel skills and knowledge of UK compliance. The position offers a competitive salary of £70,000 – £75,000, with the opportunity to work in a hybrid model. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and has experience in the media or marketing industries.