Finance Manager (2+ years Post Qualification)
Date: 23 Sep 2024
Sector: FINANCE / ACCOUNTING
Type: Permanent
Location: London
Salary: £70000 - 85000 per annum
Email: duncan@taylorjamesresourcing.com
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We are looking for a Qualified ACA/ACCA Accountant to work at Director level within a Global Broking and Futures Trading business.
Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role offers an exciting opportunity to join the senior management team of this fast-growing internationally focused digital business.
This role provides experienced accounting & coordination on a variety of key finance operations for a significant number of the UK businesses and overseas legal entities within the Group.
The person in this role will be responsible as part of a team for the accurate and timely delivery of all day-to-day finance operations for all assigned legal entities including management reporting and statutory accounting.
We are looking for a qualified accountant who is proficient in delivering results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and can collaborate effectively across the wider finance team and with senior stakeholders across a number of functions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee end-to-end finance operations for in-scope entities.
* Responsible for timely production of monthly management accounts and related management information, including P&L, balance sheet & cash flows for in-scope entities.
* Review & challenge all the monthly management accounts, supporting schedules & reports, understanding all key movements.
* Thorough review of the balance sheet and balance sheet reconciliations, providing commentary and analysis where needed.
* Drive the continuous improvements to financial processes, automation reporting and controls.
* Assist in ensuring all statutory reporting deadlines are met for in-scope entities, including annual accounts and tax filings.
* Manage the audit process of the in-scope entities, liaising with external auditors and preparing schedules for auditors as required.
* Lead and develop a team of assistant accountants to ensure all reporting requirements are met and provide support and guidance to help develop team members.
* Assist the Financial Controller in leading the UK finance function, identifying ways to increase efficiency and growth opportunities.
* Identify and support improvements within the business.
* Contribute to key finance projects as needed.
* Additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the Group.
Skills and Qualifications:
* Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) ideally with first-time passes (would suit an accountant up to five years post qualified experience).
* Strong academic track record, including 2:1 or above at a top-tier university.
* Experience at a top 10 accountancy practice or within a large international business.
* Good IT skills, experience with accounting systems advantageous (SUN Systems, Workday Financials).
* A keen interest in the global economy.
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