Strategic Finance Manager — Maternity Cover (Surrey)

Michael Page; Fetcham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Manager for a maternity cover role in the Surrey area. You will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and planning, while providing insights to support strategic decision-making.

The role includes month-end/year-end closes, cash flow monitoring, and collaboration with internal teams to improve processes. The successful candidate will have ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualifications, strong experience in financial reporting within a Group function, and excellent

Qualifications

• ACCA/ACA or CIMA qualification required.
• Experience in financial reporting and analysis within a Group Accounting function.
• Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end reporting.
• Monitor cash flow and manage financial risk.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial processes and systems.
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors as required.
• Lead and mentor junior members of the accounting and finance team.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial planning

Advanced Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA

Tools

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Manager for a maternity cover role in the Surrey area. You will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and planning, while providing insights to support strategic decision-making.

The role includes month-end/year-end closes, cash flow monitoring, and collaboration with internal teams to improve processes. The successful candidate will have ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualifications, strong experience in financial reporting within a Group function, and excellent