Senior Finance Manager

Michael Page (UK); Hounslow; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to lead financial operations in Hounslow. This role requires a professional accounting qualification, experience in financial management, and the ability to manage a finance team. Responsibilities include financial reporting, budgeting, and strategic recommendations. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Stability and career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial management within the transport and distribution industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in managing and developing a finance team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and analysis of financial reports.
• Develop and manage budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Provide strategic recommendations to senior management.
• Oversee cash flow management and maintain financial records.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial processes.
• Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals.
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Exceptional analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in financial software

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial software

Job description

• Financial stewardship of UK Subsidiary
• Supporting the BU Managing Director

About Our Client

Michael Page Finance are delighted to be partnering a market leading, global logistics company, based near Hounslow (Heathrow), West London. The business has recently gone through a private equity transaction and are gearing for transformation and growth. They provide specialist logistical services for niche sectors and have carved out a strong track record for deliver of their customers and partners. Reporting in to the Head of Finance, they are looking for someone to lead finance for their UK business unit,

Job Description

• Lead the preparation and analysis of financial reports to support business decision-making.
• Develop and manage budgeting and forecasting processes for the department.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide strategic recommendations to senior management based on financial insights.
• Oversee cash flow management and maintain accurate financial records.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial processes and systems.
• Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering their development.
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors as required.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Finance Manager should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in financial management, preferably within the transport and distribution industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional analytical skills with a focus on detail and accuracy.
• Experience in managing and developing a finance team.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Permanent position offering stability and career growth opportunities.
• Oversee the financial stewardship of the Business Unit
• Opportunities to work within the transport and distribution industry.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Finance Manager, apply now to join a thriving team in Hounslow.