Finance Manager - Global Hedge Fund

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hedge fund is seeking a seasoned Finance Manager to shape decision-making and drive innovation. This senior leadership role involves leading a small team, supporting audit processes, and participating in finance transformation projects, with a salary range of £120,000 to £140,000 plus bonus.

Qualifications

• 8 to 10+ years of experience in finance in a large financial services business.
• Experience managing small teams and mentoring others.
• Strong judgment and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the month-end close process for European entities.
• Supporting audit processes and collaborating with external auditors.
• Performing expense analysis and contributing to data-led decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Tech-savvy

Multi-tasking

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, CA, ACCA, ACMA or equivalent)

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Finance Manager - Global Hedge Fund, slough

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Client:

Aria Partners

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a seasoned finance professional ready to bring your skills to a high-performing team where your insights will shape decision-making and drive innovation? We’re looking for a Finance Manager with a background in financial reporting or corporate accounting to join a global brand name hedge fund in a senior leadership role.

This is an an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, inclusive and collaborative environment, leading a small team and covering a mixture of BAU and project work.

The ideal candidate will be qualified and around 7 to 10 years PQE, with a background working in a large and complex financial services business, be that asset management, alternatives, banking, insurance or fintech/payments.

Your responsibilities:

• Leading the month-end close process for several European entities, including reviewing journal entries and ensuring reconciliations are seamless
• Supporting audit processes and collaborating with external auditors to see financial statements through to completion
• Assisting in the preparation and review of VAT filings and other indirect tax matters—building strong relationships with trusted external advisors
• Performing expense analysis, identifying cost drivers, and contributing to smarter, data-led decisions
• Partnering with teams across the business to find ways to streamline workflows and increase efficiency
• Helping deliver management reporting, local regulatory filings, and survey responses that guide strategic thinking
• Playing a hands-on role in finance transformation projects and continuous process improvement across EMEA
• Day to day coaching, mentoring and management for several qualified accountants

Your background:

• A Qualified Accountant (ACA, CA, ACCA, ACMA or equivalent) with at least 8 to 10+ years of experience in finance
• Experience working in a large and complex financial services business - essential
• A proven leader with experience managing small teams and mentoring others toward success
• Strong judgment, excellent communication, and top-tier analytical skills
• Tech-savvy
• A multitasker who thrives under pressure and meets deadlines without breaking a sweat
• Energetic, proactive and full of integrity - you take ownership of your work and have a continuous improvement mindset

Salary on offer is c.£120,000 to £140,000 base plus bonus and benefits.

Please note this company operates from the office 5 days a week and does not have a remote working policy.

Visa sponsorship is not on offer and you must hold full unrestricted UK work rights.