Finance Manager in London)

Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global organisation is seeking a strategic Finance Manager to join their Cost & Capital Team in central London. This role is perfect for an ambitious finance professional aiming for a future CFO position. You will lead the development of cost-performance metrics, manage budgeting processes, and partner with business units to implement cost-saving initiatives. The position offers direct exposure to senior leadership, providing an excellent opportunity to influence decision-making and drive financial performance. If you are detail-oriented and possess strong analytical skills, this is the ideal role for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing and forecasting costs with a focus on optimisation.
• Strong analytical and modelling skills for synthesising complex data.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost-performance metrics development and budgeting processes.
• Collaborate with teams to implement cost-saving initiatives.

Skills

Cost Management

Forecasting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Process Improvement

Job description

We are looking for a strategic and detail-oriented Finance Manager specialising in the Cost & Capital Team to join a creative global organisation based in central London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to progress towards a future CFO role, offering direct exposure to both the CFO and the Vice President of Finance.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the development of cost-performance metrics and dashboards to monitor cost performance and identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
2. Lead and manage the budgeting and forecasting process for costs with clear plans and measurable outcomes.
3. Build and maintain financial data sets and models to guide business planning and decision-making.
4. Partner with business units to implement cost-saving initiatives that balance efficiency with performance.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to centralise and standardise financial processes.
6. Participate in benchmarking exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Required Experience and Skills:

1. Proven track record in managing and forecasting costs, with a focus on cost optimisation.
2. Strong analytical and modelling skills, with experience synthesising complex data into actionable insights.
3. Detail-oriented and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
4. Ability to build trust with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.
5. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.
6. Experience in designing and implementing process improvements and leveraging advanced analytics.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity.

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