Strategic Finance Manager (Maternity Cover) – Surrey

Michael Page International Recruitment Limited; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Manager for a maternity cover in the Surrey area. You will oversee financial operations, ensure accurate reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.

You will lead month-end and year-end reporting, monitor cash flow, manage risk, liaise with auditors, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with internal teams to improve processes and systems.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualifications (ACCA, ACA, or CIMA).
• 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

• Manage financial reporting and ensure compliance with relevant 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 effectively.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial processes and systems.
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors when required.
• Lead and mentor junior members of the accounting and finance team.

Skills

ACCA/ACA/CIMA

Financial reporting

Excel advanced

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Manager for a maternity cover in the Surrey area. You will oversee financial operations, ensure accurate reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.

You will lead month-end and year-end reporting, monitor cash flow, manage risk, liaise with auditors, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with internal teams to improve processes and systems.