Group Finance Manager (Private Equity Backed)

Michael Page Finance; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Gym membership

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Parking - Available on site

Pension - NEST

Hybrid working 3/2

Job summary

Michael Page Finance in Northwest London is seeking a Group Finance Manager to own the Group close, consolidation and reporting across the UK, US and France, aligning with UK GAAP (FRS 102). Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will lead the monthly close, manage the Group audit and oversee Group tax, intercompany and treasury to professionalise the finance function.

This PE-backed, high-growth environment offers hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home after the initial period)

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with 3+ years post-qualification experience.
• Group consolidation in a multi-entity, multi-currency business.
• Audit background preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and IFRS.
• Experience with NetSuite and strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the Group close, consolidation and reporting.
• Lead monthly close by day 5/6 and ensure periods are locked.
• Oversee Group audit, tax, intercompany and treasury activities.
• Integrate acquisitions into Group reporting and controls with US team.
• Maintain accounting policies and internal controls; provide technical guidance.
• Support ad hoc analysis to the Group FC.

Skills

Group consolidation

UK GAAP/IFRS

NetSuite ERP

Excel advanced

Stakeholder management

Audit background

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

The Group Finance Manager will own the Group close, consolidation and reporting across the UK, US and France in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102). Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, the role leads the monthly close, manages the Group audit, and oversees Group tax, intercompany and treasury, while helping professionalise the finance function as the Group grows through M&A.

Client Details

Michael Page is delighted to be partnering with a High Growth, Private Equity backed industry leader to recruit for a Group Finance Manager role based in Northwest London. Hybrid Working available.

Description

The Group Finance Manager will own the Group close, consolidation and reporting across the UK, US and France in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102). Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, the role leads the monthly close, manages the Group audit, and oversees Group tax, intercompany and treasury, while helping professionalise the finance function as the Group grows through M&A.

• Own the Group close process, ensuring all teams close by working day 5/6 each month and periods are locked on schedule
• Oversee the monthly Group consolidation and oversee balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure any board deliverables are delivered on time
• Lead the Group audit with the regional Finance leads and auditors, delivering signed accounts within 2-3 months of year end
• Oversee annual consolidated accounts and the transition to amended FRS 102.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvements within the group controls over sales tax.
• Managing multiple deadlines and priorities across a fast moving organisation.
• Manage Group tax projects with advisors, including UK structure simplification and intercompany formalisation
• Own intercompany: monthly, transfer pricing and clearing historic balances.
• Oversee Group Treasury, including cash forecasting, banking relationships and FX
• Put guard rails in place (treasury / intercompany policy, bank mandates, HMRC compliance, payment approvals)
• Identify and deliver improvements to the treasury function.
• Support with ad hoc analysis to the Group FC
• Maintain Group accounting policies and controls and provide technical guidance
• Integrate acquisitions into Group reporting and controls partnering where necessary with the US Finance team.
• Oversee the Group reporting function and the cash allocation transactional team to ensure concerns are addressed and any future development in the systems is well thought out.

Profile

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified, with ideally 3 years' post-qualification experience
• Group consolidation experience in a multi-entity, multi-currency business
• Audit background preferred
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and IFRS
• Working knowledge of group tax, intercompany and treasury
• Experience with NetSuite or a similar ERP; strong Excel skills
• PE-backed experience is desirable
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Job Offer

Salary £75,000 - £85,000

10 % Bonus

Private medical care

Gym membership.

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Parking - Available on site

Accessible from Harlesden, Park Royal, North Acton or Acton Main Tube/Train Stations

Excellent progression opportunities

Hybrid working 3 days in the office and 2 days from home after the initial period.

Pension - NEST pension, 3% employer and 5% employee

Hours 8.30-5.30 or 9.00 - 6.00

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.