Senior Finance Manager

Michael Page (UK); Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK seeks a Senior Finance Manager to lead a high-performing finance team across a global group. The ideal candidate will manage financial accounts, ensure compliance with regulations, and support strategic decision-making with thorough financial analysis. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Hybrid working options

Performance-based bonus

Matched pension contributions

Healthcare benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in accounting is essential.
• Experience in managing financial accounts within a similar industry.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a high-performing finance team across a global group.
• Shape reporting and controls in a fast-evolving, hybrid finance function.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.

Skills

Financial reporting standards knowledge

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Leadership and mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Professional qualification in accounting (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a high-performing finance team across a global group
• Shape reporting and controls in a fast-evolving, hybrid finance function
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes efficiently
• Oversee the reconciliation of accounts and ensure accurate reporting
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial insights and recommendations
• Manage and develop a team of finance professionals
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls
• Support strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis
• Work closely with external auditors during audits and reviews

About Our Client

This business is a rapidly scaling organisation operating within a complex group structure, supporting multiple operating companies and external brands. With a strong international presence, they are going through a significant period of growth and transformation, particularly within their finance function. Known for embracing innovation and continuous improvement, they offer a dynamic, hybrid working environment and a clear focus on developing high-performing teams.

Job Description

• Oversee and review financial statements to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes efficiently.
• Oversee the reconciliation of accounts and ensure accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Manage and develop a team of finance professionals
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Support strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis.
• Work closely with external auditors during audits and reviews.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Finance Manager should have:

• A professional qualification in accounting (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulations.
• Proven experience in managing financial accounts within a similar industry.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Capability to lead and mentor a team effectively.
• Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with stakeholders at all levels

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working options promoting work-life balance.
• Performance-based bonus scheme.
• Matched pension contributions for future security.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.