Finance Manager

About the position

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Manager to join our dynamic finance team in a permanent role. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in entity controllership, managing financial operations, and providing critical insights to support business decisions. You will be responsible for overseeing financial accounting, reporting, compliance, and controls. Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting /Controllership: Oversee the preparation and internal submission of monthly management accounts, including three statement financial reporting. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including variance analysis, budgeting and balance sheet reconciliations Manage the preparation of year-end accounts, liaising with external auditors for statutory audits and ensuring compliance with IFRS accounting standards. Finance Operations : Overseeing AR teams inputs ensuring accurate and timely revenue recognition, including associated commission costs. Review of supplier payments ensuring accuracy of entries and alignment with approved budgets. Review of monthly employee payroll, ensure compliance with legislation and accuracy of work performed by third-party provider. Review and processing of monthly commission payroll, ensuring timely and accurate settlement of commissions due to employees. Compliance & Regulatory Reporting: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global tax legislation (including US and Australia) and regulatory changes, ensuring that the company remains compliant with GST, Corporation Tax, PAYG, and other local tax requirements. Cash Flow and Treasury Management: Assist with cash flow management and liquidity planning to ensure the company maintains an adequate cash position. Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to senior management on financial strategy. Team Leadership & Development: Supervise and mentor junior finance staff, supporting their professional development and ensuring the teams adherence to best practices. Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support decision-making. Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to internal controls and financial processes to drive efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting. Lead projects to enhance financial reporting systems and tools. Qualifications & Skills: Essential: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified accountant (or equivalent), with experience from a Big 4 accounting firm is an advantage. Strong experience in controllership and financial accounting. Experience with a UK-based FCA regulated company is an advantage. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high growth organisation and maintain an adaptable attitude toward tasks and conflicting deadlines. In-depth knowledge of IFRS, VAT, Corporation Tax, and other relevant financial regulations. Proficient in accounting software and advanced Excel skills (experience with Sage Intacct is a plus). Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders.

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