Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our clients Finance department. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant with strong managerial skills to become an integral member of the team.\n\nThe Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in managing financial controls, overseeing month-end and year-end accounts, and ensuring the smooth running of our finance operations.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nLead and manage the Finance team.\nIdentify, implement, and monitor additional controls to support effective financial control across the department.\nContinuously review and optimize finance team processes to ensure maximum efficiency.\nOversee the production of month-end and year-end accounts, including related analysis and supporting calculations.\nEnsure the integrity of accounting controls, such as Balance Sheet and Bank Reconciliations, are maintained and signed off.\nCollaborate with the Financial Controller to liaise with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and accurate annual audit cycle.\nSupport the Finance team in executing their daily duties, including financial operations, management accounting, and reporting tasks.\nStay up to date with accounting standards and relevant regulatory changes.\nUtilise financial systems, such as Sage 200, to ensure optimal functionality.\nMaintain an in-depth understanding of FCA requirements, including Client Money Calculations, CMAR reporting, MIFIDPRU reporting, and ICARA processes.\nOversee reporting to external parties like FCA and HMRC and manage Treasury Management reporting.\nProactively identify and report risks related to financial operations that could impact client or company reputation.\nEnsure compliance with FCA regulations, the Branch Manual, Code of Conduct policies, and the T&C Framework. Essential:\n\nEducated to A-level standard, including GCSEs in Maths and English.\nFully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).\nProven experience in a managerial or supervisory role within a finance department.\nPrior experience in financial accounting within a professional services organisation.
Knowledge & Skills:\n\nStrong competency in Microsoft Office applications (intermediate level or above).\nProven ability to train, motivate, and evaluate colleagues effectively.\nGood knowledge of HMRC and FCA regulations.\nStrong leadership abilities, with the ability to delegate tasks effectively and lead by example.\nHigh level of integrity and commitment to maintaining ethical standards.\nAbility to foster a positive team culture.This is a hybrid role, with 3 days in the office and 2 working from home. \n\nIf you're an experienced finance professional with the skills to lead and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you! Please click apply today or call Rachel.\n\nHuntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.\n\nWe practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender.
As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. \n\nPLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK