Finance Manager - Ogier Global

Ogier; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the preparation of financial statements and ensure compliance with tax obligations. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification and experience in finance, preferably in a legal or professional services setting. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic role. Join our innovative team and contribute to our ongoing success in Jersey.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CTA) ideally with c. 1 year PQE.
• Proven experience in a finance role, ideally within a legal or professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, audits, and tax compliance, including VAT and GST.

Responsibilities

• Prepare audited and unaudited financial statements.
• Manage the external audit process.
• Support the annual tax compliance process.
• Review VAT and GST returns.
• Participate in various tax-related projects.
• Perform and review reconciliations.
• Assist with regulatory returns and statutory filings.

Skills

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CTA)

Experience in a finance role, ideally within a legal or professional services environment

Understanding of financial statements, audits, and tax compliance

Analytical skills and attention to detail

Organisational and time management skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Professional accounting qualification

Job description

Finance Manager - Ogier Global

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Jersey

With several major industry awards secured this year, over 1,200 people across 13 jurisdictions, and the fastest growth we have ever experienced, Ogier is establishing itself as an innovative market leader that does things differently whilst keeping people and culture at our core. Our dynamic Finance function is pivotal to this ongoing success, helping drive efficiency and inform effective decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Statement Preparation: Prepare both audited and unaudited financial statements for Ogier Global entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. Identify areas for improvement in the financial statement preparation process
• Audit Support: Manage the external audit process, working closely with external auditors and internal stakeholders to facilitate a smooth and timely audit for all group entities.
• Annual Tax Compliance: Support the annual tax compliance process for all Ogier Global entities, liaising with tax advisors and ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
• Indirect Tax Compliance: Review the preparation and submission of monthly and/or quarterly VAT and GST returns for group entities.
• Tax Projects: Participate in and support various tax-related projects, providing financial insights and expertise to ensure successful outcomes.
• Financial Control: Perform and review reconciliations, and underlying transactions to ensure accuracy
• Regulatory Compliance: assist with the preparation of regulatory returns and statutory filings for relevant jurisdictions

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CTA) ideally with c. 1 year PQE
• Proven experience in a finance role, ideally within a legal or professional services environment
• Strong understanding of financial statements, audits, and tax compliance, including VAT and GST
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders