Finance Manager New

Third Kind Games; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in the UK is seeking a Finance Manager to support decision-making through financial analysis and reporting. The role involves managing day-to-day finance operations, preparing forecasts, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of finance experience, strong knowledge of accounting principles, and proficiency in Excel modeling. This position also supports process improvement initiatives and provides various employee benefits including flexible working and bonuses.

Benefits

Regular team and company events

Free drinks, fruit or food

Flexible working

Private Medical/Dental healthcare

Annual Health Check

Bonus/Reward Scheme

Game Jams

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Finance or FP&A.
• Experience in Audit or Transaction Services is highly valued.
• Working knowledge of UK tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Studio Leadership with financial analysis and reporting.
• Manage day-to-day finance operations including bookkeeping.
• Prepare and review monthly forecasts and annual budgets.

Skills

Financial analysis

Reporting

Accounting principles

Interpersonal skills

Excel modelling

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or finance

Accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Finance & Operations

Power Query

Power Automate

Job description

As a Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Studio Leadership with financial analysis and reporting, providing insights that support decision‑making and helping the organisation achieve its goals. You will be the main point of contact for external accountants, payroll provider and tax advisers., Accounting & Compliance

• Coordinate with external providers on payroll, accounting, and tax compliance matters.
• Manage day‑to‑day finance operations, including bookkeeping, AP processing and vendor payments.
• Manage administrative finance requirements such as VAT filing and VGTR tracking etc.
• Ensure compliance with local financial regulations and internal policies.
• Support month‑end closing activities and statutory reporting in collaboration with external accountants.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Prepare and review monthly forecasts, annual budgets, and scenario modelling.
• Analyse revenue recognition, projects P&L, and key performance indicators.
• Provide financial insights and actionable recommendations to support decision‑making.

Process Improvement

• Continuously identify opportunities to enhance finance processes, improving efficiency and accuracy.
• Participate in group‑level initiatives to strengthen workflows, automation, and the adoption of AI‑driven tools. You will thrive in a fast‑paced environment, be detail‑oriented, and demonstrate strong modelling and problem‑solving skills., Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or finance / Accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Finance or FP&A; experience in Audit or Transaction Services is highly valued.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, financial controlling, and UK tax regulations.
• Proficiency in Excel modelling; experience with Power Query or Power Automate is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Highly analytical, meticulous, and able to meet deadlines.

Desirable Experience

• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics Finance & Operations.
• Experience in an international finance function.
• Strong Management Accountant looking to step up to a Finance Manager role.
• Gaming experience is nice to have but not essential for this role.

Training Provided

• Regular team and company events
• Free drinks, fruit or food
• Flexible working
• Private Medical/Dental healthcare
• Annual Health Check
• Bonus/Reward Scheme
• Game Jams