Finance Manager (UK/EU)

Cadogan Tate; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and art services company is seeking a Finance Manager (UK/EU) to lead the accounting function, ensure compliance with UK GAAP, and support the finance team. The role requires qualified candidates with 5+ years of experience and knowledge of IFRS. Responsibilities include financial reporting, managing audits, and leading a team towards financial excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience with at least 2 years within industry.
• Experience in audit preferred, ideally at Big 4.
• Strong understanding of IFRS / UK GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting activities for the UK & EU division.
• Lead month-end processes in the UK & EU.
• Support external audit processes.

Skills

Fully ACA or ACCA qualified

At least 5 years' accounting experience

Strong analytical mindset

Excellent communication skills

Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Finance Manager (UK/EU)

Application Deadline: 24 November 2025

Department: Office

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: North London

The Cadogan Tate Group is internationally recognized as a market leader in fine art logistics (i.e. moving and storage) with full-service operations across the US, London and Paris. Our reputation is built on providing exemplary service to high‑net‑worth individuals, interior designers, collectors, galleries and museums around the world. This service is underpinned by our fundamental values which inform the way we look after our clients, as well as how we ensure the safe and efficient handling of their possessions.

The Group is headquartered in London, England and is private equity backed by TSG Consumer Partners. Global revenues are $170m, growing at over 10% per annum organically and through bolt‑on acquisitions. Over 65% of the revenue is generated in the US and the strategy of the Group is to grow further in North America through M&A. The brand of Cadogan Tate is 'Everything handled with care' and this extends to a company culture of professionalism and respect between internal customers.

More information on the company can be found at: https://www.cadogantate.com/

The Finance Manager (UK/EU) will lead the accounting function for the UK and EU operations (GBP 50m+ revenue), ensuring accurate financial reporting in compliance with UK GAAP and supporting ad hoc reporting as required by Group Finance. This role will contribute to professionalising the finance function, managing the UK team, supporting UK tax matters, and playing a key role in monthly and quarterly close process. The ideal candidate can manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑moving organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting activities for the UK & EU division, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and internal policies
• Lead the month‑end processes in the UK & EU, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to Group Finance
• Review UK subsidiary statutory accounts
• Prepare monthly accounts for the largest UK entity and review preparation for other UK entities and Paris entity
• Own balance‑sheet reconciliations across the region
• Assist in simplifying the UK structure with assistance from the team and tax advisors
• Support external audit processes, including preparation of schedules and coordination with auditors
• Lead UK & Europe revenue recognition
• Optimise cash flow (treasury management) through efficient AP processes
• Assist with UK VAT liaise with external advisors
• Establish and implement development plans for all team members and monitor the performance of the team members against established goals
• Act as a key stakeholder in the ongoing development and optimisation of the NetSuite ERP and Quadient AP solution
• Assist with the transition to the new FRS 102 standards
• Provide technical accounting guidance and ensure alignment with group‑wide accounting standards
• Own drafting and maintenance of regional process memos and accounting guidance, ensuring alignment with Group policies and local regulations
• Support with delivering ad hoc analysis to the Group Financial Controller

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Fully ACA or ACCA qualified
• At least 5 years' accounting experience with at least 2 years within industry
• Experience in audit preferred, ideally at Big 4
• Experience within a multi‑site environment
• Strong understanding of IFRS / UK GAAP
• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems
• Experience within logistics, service and/or PE backed businesses is a plus
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills