Finance Manager - maternity cover - lead

Michael Page Finance; England; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Finance Manager for a maternity cover in the Surrey area. You will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and provide insights to support strategic decision‑making.

You will drive accurate month‑end and year‑end processes, manage cash flow, collaborate with internal teams to improve processes, and support audits. The role requires ACCA/ACA/CIMA, strong reporting experience, advanced Excel and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACCA/ACA/CIMA credentials.
• Experience in financial reporting and analysis within a group function.
• Strong Excel and advanced financial systems proficiency.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting and compliance with regulations.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision making.
• Ensure timely month‑end and year‑end reporting.
• Monitor cash flow and manage financial risk.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve processes and systems.
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors when required.
• Lead and mentor junior accounting and finance staff.

Skills

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualifications

Financial reporting & analysis

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Education

Professional accounting qualifications (ACCA/ACA/CIMA)

Tools

ERP/Financial systems

Job description

This Finance Manager role in the Surrey area is a maternity cover position. You'll be responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and supporting key decision‑making processes.

Client Details

This role works for a privately backed business that boasts and impressive turnover.

Description

• Manage financial reporting and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision‑making.
• Ensure accurate and timely month‑end and year‑end reporting.
• Monitor cash flow and manage financial risk effectively.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial processes and systems.
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors when required.
• Lead and mentor junior members of the accounting and finance team.

Profile

A successful Finance Manager should have:

• Professional accounting qualifications (e.g., ACCA, ACA, or CIMA).
• Strong experience in financial reporting and analysis within a Group Accounting function
• Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate of £320-380, dependent on the level of experience.
• Temporary maternity cover role offering valuable experience

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best