Senior Finance Manager

Job Description Job Opportunity: Senior Finance Manager Location: South London / Greater London Area (Hybrid working options available) Job Type: Permanent | Department: Finance Reports to: Head of Finance | Direct Reports: Up to 4Are you a technically strong and commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a senior leadership role? An established and growing organisation in the alternative financial services sector is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to join its high-performing finance team. About the RoleAs Senior Finance Manager, you will take ownership of core financial operationsdelivering accurate, timely reporting while maintaining a robust control environment. You'll lead and develop a team, manage statutory and regulatory reporting, and play a vital role in driving continuous improvement across the finance function. Key ResponsibilitiesOversee daily financial operations and transaction processingImplement and maintain strong financial controls and risk management frameworksLead month-end and year-end close processes, including group consolidation and journalsPrepare statutory accounts and coordinate the year-end auditApply and implement evolving technical accounting standardsDevelop and mentor finance team members to foster growth and performanceAct as deputy to the Head of Finance when neededContribute to strategic finance projects and transformational initiatives What Were Looking ForEssential:ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with 5+ years post-qualification experienceStrong technical accounting and financial reporting backgroundExperience producing statutory accounts and managing audit processesProven team leadership and development experienceAdvanced Excel skillsExcellent time management, communication, and interpersonal skillsDesirable:Experience in alternative financial services or accounting under IFRS 9Exposure to plc reporting environmentsInvolvement in finance system implementations Whats on OfferA senior role with real impact in a fast-growing financial services organisationThe opportunity to help shape the future of the finance functionSupportive, collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvementCompetitive salary and benefits package

Created: 2025-06-21