Senior Finance Manager

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected organisation in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with financial regulations. This role involves managing complex P&L and balance sheets, leading audits, and mentoring finance team members. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification and strong analytical and leadership skills. Competitive salary of £80,000 to £85,000 plus performance-based bonus. Apply now for this permanent position with growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification required.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee P&L and balance sheet production and accuracy.
• Manage balance sheet reconciliation and related issues.
• Lead the annual external audit and liaise with stakeholders.
• Review monthly results with Finance team and Business Partners.
• Mentor and support finance team members.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualification

Tools

Financial software

Job description

The Senior Finance Manager role in Surrey involves overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This position requires strong expertise in accounting and finance to support the organisation's strategic goals.

Description

• Own complex P&L and balance sheet areas across all UK entities, acting as the subject matter expert.
• Oversee monthly P&L and balance sheet production, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Manage the balance sheet reconciliation process, tracking and escalating issues as needed.
• Understand detailed financial processes to support the team when required.
• Provide technical accounting guidance to the UK Finance team.
• Lead the annual external audit and manage key stakeholder interactions.
• Review weekly and month‑end accounting adjustments and ensure accurate system reporting.
• Review information for inclusion in internal and external UK financial reporting.
• Provide ad hoc financial support to the business partnering team.
• Identify operational and technical issues and recommend process and control improvements.
• Oversee month‑end close activities to agreed deadlines.
• Review monthly results with the UK Finance team and Business Partners.
• Mentor and support finance team members.
• Ensure financial controls and processes are robust, documented, and consistently applied.
• Champion change initiatives and drive continuous improvements in systems and processes.
• Submit monthly accounts for venues and legal entities to Group and resolve related queries.
• Draft the UK statutory financial statements.

Profile

A successful Senior Finance Manager should have:

• A professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or ACA.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage and lead a team effectively.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £85,000 GBP.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Permanent position with opportunities for professional growth.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.

If you are an experienced finance professional seeking an exciting opportunity in a respected organisation, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Finance Manager role today!