Finance Manager

Cedar is partnered with a fast-growing, PE-backed financial services business to appoint a Finance Manager on an 18-month fixed-term contract. The role pays £75,000 to £85,000 and is based in the City of London, with three days per week in the office.

The Business

This is a high-growth financial services business operating in a complex, multi-entity environment.

The finance function is continuing to evolve alongside the wider business, with a strong focus on improving reporting, controls, processes and overall efficiency.

The role sits within a high-calibre team and offers broad exposure across finance, commercial and operational stakeholders.

The Opportunity

The Finance Manager will take ownership of a broad range of reporting, control and statutory responsibilities, while managing and developing a small finance team.

Key responsibilities include

Managing monthly, quarterly and annual reporting across multiple entities

Leading month-end close and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations

Overseeing statutory accounts and supporting the external audit process

Managing and developing a small team

Supporting budgeting and forecasting activity

Reviewing complex accounting matters and ensuring appropriate treatment

Working closely with wider finance and operational teams on key projects

Strengthening financial controls, reporting processes and governance

Identifying opportunities to simplify and automate existing processes

Producing clear analysis and supporting senior finance stakeholders

Candidate Profile

Qualified accountant, e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

Strong financial reporting and control background

Experience within a complex, multi-entity organisation

Good technical accounting knowledge

Experience managing statutory accounts and audit processes

Previous team management experience

Strong stakeholder management skills

Comfortable improving processes within a fast-moving environment

Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively

Salary & Benefits

The Finance Manager position offers

£75,000 to £85,000 salary

Highly impressive City of London location

Three days per week in the office with a collaborative and driven team

Exposure to a fast-growing, industry-leading, PE-backed financial services business

Management responsibility for a small high-performing team

Broad involvement across reporting, controls and finance improvement projects