Group Finance Manager

Michael Page (UK); London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transport sector is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee finance operations including strategic planning, compliance, and team leadership. The role requires strong qualifications in finance and offers a competitive salary along with hybrid working arrangements and benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Private health care

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a Finance or Business-related subject.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) required.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead ownership of Month End process and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Supervise VAT Returns and manage a team of 3.
• Collaborate with FP&A Manager on analytical projects.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Team Management

Business Partnering

Education

Degree in Finance or Business

Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Excel

Job description

As the Finance Manager, you'll lead in overseeing comprehensive finance operations from start to finish. Your role encompasses strategic financial planning and analysis, meticulous balance sheet reconciliations, and spearheading initiatives to enhance procedures and controls for maximum efficiency and compliance.

Client Details

My client is a global leader in the transport space, looking to grow their finance team.

Description

• Ownership of Month End process, ensuring timely production of 'Flash' report
• Responsible for balance sheet reconciliations
• Lead audit process for management accounts, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Play a pivotal role in crafting insightful board pack presentations and commentary.
• Assisting in the preparation of annual budgets
• Management and mentor a team of 3 staff members (Assistant Management/Management Accountants)
• Foster productive business relationships with internal stakeholders through effective business partnering.
• Collaborate closely with the FP&A Manager on ad-hoc analytical project.
• Supervise VAT Returns
• Undertake additional ad-hoc responsibilities as necessary to support the efficient functioning of finance department.

Profile

• Educated to degree level in a Finance or Business-related subject.
• Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Understanding of financial reporting, full P&L and Balance Sheet preparation
• Self-Starter with a strong work ethic
• Intermediate/advanced excel skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, taking ownership of work and meeting deadlines.

Job Offer

This role offers a salary of 65-70,000, bonus, hybrid working and competitive benefits e.g. private health care.