Full job descriptionUK Finance Manager
West End London | £50,000 - £65,000 DOE | Permanent | Full-Time Office-Based Role
An ambitious International Communications Agency is seeking an experienced QBE or recently Qualified CIMA, ACCA ( or ACA ) to lead the UK finance function in its London office. This is a key leadership appointment offering the opportunity to work closely with directors and senior stakeholders while supporting the continued growth of a successful and well-established business.
Having doubled its headcount in the past 12 months, the company is expanding quickly and so they now want to recruit an in-house Finance Manager to set-up and run the finance function which, up until now, has been outsourced. Working independently and reporting to the CFO, this is a transactional, standalone role which offers an exciting opportunity for a hard-working individual to join a growing company and make an impact. This is a hybrid role working in-office 3 days per week . Apply Today!
The company is actively interviewing, there is a two-stage interview process , and whilst the position is ideally an immediate start , the company will consider applications from people on a notice period.
Key Responsibilities of the Role;
*Manage Accounts Payable processing supplier invoices incl. payment runs and supplier queries.
*Raising client invoices and managing Accounts Receivable, including Credit Control .
*Running monthly Payroll for UK staff, incl. calculation and filing via RTI , PAYE, pension contributions and statutory payments.
*Reconciling bank accounts and credit card statements.
*Supporting month end close, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
*Maintaining accurate financial records in Xero.
*Filing VAT returns and other statutory filings, such as annual returns and PSC filing.
*Respond to queries from staff, suppliers and clients on invoices and payments.
*Support the wider finance team on ad hoc projects and process improvements
Based in lovely office in Westminster, the business offers a professional yet collaborative working culture, excellent facilities, nearby transport links .As the company is growing fast there will be lots of opportunities for personal and professional development.
As a guide, but not exclusively, the ideal candidate may have ;
*Two to four years of experience in an Accounts or Finance role.
*Solid experience across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll.
*Experience with Xero preferred together with Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP functions,
*Strong attention to detail and comfortable managing multiple deadlines.
*Clear communicator, confident raising queries with suppliers, clients and colleagues.
*CIMA, ACCA AAT recent qualification, or working towards a relevant accounting qualification, is an advantage but not essential.
*QBE applicants with several years expertise will also be considered.
The role may also be suitable for the following applicants, Accountants, Management Accountants , Bookkeepers, Finance Manager , Head of Finance .