Finance Manager

We are excited to be partnering with a global media agency based in Central London, who are looking for a Finance Manager to take ownership of day-to-day finance operations whilst working closely with the Finance Director to drive strategy and effective financial management across the business.

You will be responsible for overseeing the month-end close process whilst managing a team of two Finance Assistants, and is suited to someone with current Finance Manager experience or a qualified Accountant who is looking to take their first step up in to a leadership role, with a clear progression plan in place to transition into FD as the business continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities of the Finance Manager position will include

Leading and developing a team of two Finance Assistants.

Representing the finance function in internal meetings and discussions with non-finance Directors and stakeholders.

Leading the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Producing accurate reports, budgets, and forecasts with variance analysis to support decision-making.

Monitoring and analysing financial performance on a monthly and annual basis.

Overseeing project financial management through the internal Budget Sheet system, ensuring revenue is accurately recognised, costs and media spend are accrued, and project financials remain up to date.

Reviewing and approving sales invoices and supplier purchase requests.

Identifying opportunities to improve cost efficiency and financial processes.

Supporting non-finance teams by constructively challenging assumptions to help achieve company financial targets.

Key Skills & Experience Required

Fully qualified - ACCA, ACA or CIMA

Proven month end reporting and management accounts experience

Sound Excel and ERP system skills

Excellent communication skills and confidence presenting financial data to both finance and non-finance stakeholders

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market leading business that invest in their people.

If you’re an experienced Finance Manager or a qualified Accountant looking to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you. For further information, please apply now.