119 Finance Manager jobs in London

An Excellent opportunity working for a small retail business(20 people) near Regent Street.The business has been operating for five years and has grown significantly. The finance team is made up of three people who work two days in the office and three from home.Their modern Head Office is based fivemins walk from Covent Garden tube station.

Responsibilities

Overseeing daily financial operations, preparing budgets and forecasts, conducting financial analysis, and reporting to senior management and stakeholders.Key responsibilities include managing cash flow, reducing costs, developing financial strategies, and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.The role requires strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, often with a background in accounting and professional qualifications.

• Reporting:

  Preparing management accounts, financial reports, and statutory accounts, and presenting them to stakeholders and the board.

• Cash Management:

  Monitoring and managing cash flow, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring proper cash flow management.

• Compliance & Risk:

  Ensuring the company meets all legal and statutory obligations, managing financial risks, and liaising with auditors, tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies.

• Operations:

  Overseeing day-to-day financial operations, supervising finance department employees, and managing financial systems and processes.

• Strategic Input:

  Providing financial guidance and insights to senior management to support business decision-making, identify growth opportunities, and improve efficiency.

• Financial Planning & Analysis:

  Developing annual budgets and long-term financial strategies, analysing financial data, and forecasting future financial performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Analytical Skills:

  Advanced ability to analyse complex financial data, interpret market trends, and develop strategic financial plans.

• Leadership & Management:

  Ability to lead and delegate tasks to finance teams and collaborate with various departments to resolve financial issues.

• Communication Skills:

  Strong verbal and written communication skills to present financial information clearly to diverse audiences, including senior management and stakeholders.

• Technical Skills:

  Proficiency in financial software and applications for processing information and creating financial model

  What's on offer?

  In addition to your salary, we also offer the following benefits:

• 23days annual leave (with the option to buy / sell up to 7days holiday)
• Private medical cover
• Contributory pension scheme
• Family friendly policies e.g. paid time off for dependants
• 2 days paid for volunteering
• Cycle to work scheme
• Hybrid working

If you feel you have the right skills and experience please apply belowsending a copy of your most up to date CV.

Finance Manager - Growing Property Development Company
Location: London N22
Reports to: Managing Director

Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 + benefits

Are you ready to take ownership of the finance function in a fast-growing property development company?
This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact, strategic Finance Manager role where you'll work directly with the Managing Director, investors, and project teams to shape the financial future of a dynamic and expanding group.
You won't just be "running the numbers" - you'll be a strategic partner at the heart of major property development projects, helping to secure funding, reassure investors, and ensure the smooth delivery of landmark schemes.

Why this role is exciting

Strategic Influence: Work hand-in-hand with the MD on financial strategy, investor confidence, and business growth.
Ownership: Lead the finance function and build it out as the business scales - setting up systems, processes, and your own team.
Variety: From hands-on financial control to forward-looking cashflow forecasting, every day offers new challenges.
Impact: Play a direct role in enabling multi-million-pound property developments to succeed.
Growth: As the company expands, you'll grow with it - with scope to step into a Finance Director role.

Key Accountabilities

Lead financial control and compliance across the group (Xero, HMRC, Companies House, auditors).
Partner with project teams on budgets, spend tracking, and variance monitoring.
Deliver strategic forecasting, scenario modelling, and cashflow planning.
Maintain investor and lender confidence with clear, timely reporting.
Develop and grow the finance function, fostering a high-performance culture.

What we're looking for

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
Hands-on, commercially savvy, and detail-oriented.
Confident communicator with investors, lenders, and the board.
Experience in property, construction, or project-driven environments a plus.
Happy to be office based 5 days a week - London N22

This is your chance to make your mark - taking ownership of a critical function in a company with huge growth potential. If you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and want to see the direct impact of your work on high-profile London property projects, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please contact Charmaine Mundy!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

A "Hands-On" Finance & Office Manager is required for a fast-growing, privately-owned SME. The company provides fully serviced office space to several organisations across a range of industry sectors. Clients benefit from vibrant working spaces, combined with a first-class customer focussed support team.

The company have serviced offices in London, Mumbai & Tenerife and they are continuing to expand their portfolio across London & Mumbai as they meet the increasing demand for high quality, stimulating, flexible office space.

With a current Turnover of £5 million the company expect to grow to a £0 million turnover within the next 12-24 months through organic growth and acquisition.

As a result of this growth, the Managing Director is looking to recruit an experienced Finance Manager to work closely with him & to take ownership of day-to-day financial operations of a business.

Reporting to the Managing Director the Finance Office Manager will have a varied role, which is likely to evolve as the company continues its growth trajectory. Based in an office in the Barbican 4 days a week with 1 day from home your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Manage the Accounts payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, Company expenses & payroll functions

Deliver insightful, accurate monthly management accounts and other financial reporting.

Manage cash and liquidity needs of business, maintaining weekly cashflow forecasts.

Manage and develop day to day banking arrangements as required

Collaborate with MD on foreign currency matters and participate in new financing arrangements.

Support Ops management team in the control of project and department costs.

Collaborate with MD on annual budget & quarterly budget process.

Take lead of Corporation Tax returns, VAT returns, & Payroll Submissions.

Manage the day to day relationship with HMRC Liaise Specialist Subcontractors,

Suppliers and cleaning contractors Monitor project budgets and other business costs highlighting any commercial risks to MD.

Undertake ad-hoc finance projects as required by MD

The successful candidate must have/be all of the following :

3-5 years experience working as a lead Finance professional in a fast- paced SME Fluent level of both spoken and written English

AAT Qualifications

A high-level of presenting skills and interpretation of financial information.

Possess sound technical skills and a high level of numeracy.

Highly competent in managing financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems.

The ability to develop external relationships with appropriate contacts such as Auditors, Solicitors, Bankers and HMRC.

The ability to produce accurate financial reports to specific deadlines.

Working knowledge of financial regulations and legislation. Strong IT Skills including Quickbooks & Excel

The successful candidate will be rewarded with a basic of 8k- 2k, 25 DH, Pension and excellent long term career prospects

FINANCE MANAGER

CENTRAL LONDON - (4 DAYS OFFICE | 1 DAY HOME)

55,000 to 75,000 + BENEFITS

CANDIDATES MUST BE ON A NOTICE PERIOD OF 1 MONTH OR LESS

THE COMPANY:
We're recruiting on behalf of a global, design-led business that has established itself as a leader in its field. With ambitious growth plans across the EMEA region, the company is investing in its finance team and now requires a hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and support senior leadership with commercial decision-making.

THE OPPORTUNITY:
As Finance Manager, you'll be reporting Finance Director in the UK and Managing Director in the US, you'll be responsible for month-end reporting, cashflow forecasting, financial controls, compliance, and payroll, while also supporting business growth projects and process improvements.

This role is ideal for a part-qualified or qualified accountant with strong technical finance skills, a track record of building robust financial processes, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

THE FINANCE MANAGER ROLE:

• As the Finance Manager, you'll supervise and develop the finance team, including appraisals and performance reviews
• Deliver accurate month-end close, flash reporting, and financial commentary
• Manage prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, and cost control
• Oversee cashflow forecasting, receivables, payables, and supplier due diligence
• Lead the weekly payment run, including foreign currency transactions
• Manage UK & European tax compliance (VAT, IOSS, duty)
• Oversee the annual audit and statutory reporting
• Lead the monthly payroll process and pension submissions
• Provide financial insight to sales and commercial teams
• Develop progressive financial controls and processes

THE PERSON:

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) - IDEALLY QUALIFIED
• Must have experience as either Senior Management Accountant or Finance Manager, with a similar responsibility set to the available position.
• 5+ years' accounting experience, ideally within a fast-paced or international environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong systems knowledge (Sage, ERP, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
• Proactive, detail-focused, and ambitious, with a continuous improvement mindset

TO APPLY:
Please send your CV via the advert for the Finance Manager for immediate consideration.

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Finance Manager

Pinpoint Resourcing are currently working with a media company based in Paddington.

Our client is currently looking to source a permanent Finance Manager to take on the management and financial accounts. This will be the second hire in the finance team due to growth of the business.

Duties:

• Support month-end and year-end activities, including accruals and prepayments.
• Reconcile and analyse balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare month-end journal entries.
• Generate revenue invoices and maintain the revenue register.
• Prepare monthly payroll journals and pension deductions.
• Organise files for the annual audit and respond to audit inquiries.
• Review payment runs before they are approved by senior management.
• Process expenses through Expensify and company credit cards
• Maintain the Fixed Asset register and ensure it reconciles with the general ledger.
• Prepare monthly PSA reports and the annual PSA calculation for submission to HMRC.
• Assist in preparing quarterly VAT returns and handle VAT-related issues; knowledge of group VAT requirements is essential.
• Conduct ad-hoc reporting and analysis.
• Perform miscellaneous finance administration tasks, such as KYC requests and tax forms.
• Undertake other relevant duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Newly qualified or finalist ACCA/CIMA
• Experience preparing management accounts
• Strong knowledge of VAT
• Strong Excel knowledge (Pivot Tables/VLOOKUPs etc)

Salary + other information:

• 45,000 to 50,000 DOE
• Based near Paddington Station

If you are interested in the role please apply!

Due to the anticipated high volume of applications for this advertisement, it is with regret that we may only be able to contact those applicants successful in being shortlisted. However, your application for this or any further roles, may mean that we are able to contact you when additional vacancies become available. Should you not want this to be the case, please feel free to contact us directly to ensure we are aware of your wishes.

Pinpoint Resourcing Ltd is an employment agency and employment business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and qualified Finance Manager to join a fast-moving company in the furniture design industry. The role involves managing financial operations and supporting strategic decisions to drive business success.

Client Details

This company designs and produces innovative household products that blend functionality with sleek, modern design. Its range includes items like sensor-activated trash cans, soap dispensers, and organizational tools that aim to simplify daily tasks. The focus is on creating durable, high-quality products with smart features that enhance convenience, efficiency, and hygiene in everyday life.

Description

The key responsibilities of this Finance Manager role will be:

Month-End Management and Reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate execution of month-end close processes.
• Manage prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets accounting.
• Deliver reliable monthly flash reports and period-end financial statements.
• Provide insightful month-end commentary and present key findings to Directors, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support cost control initiatives through variance analysis and actionable recommendations.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts, reviewing accounts payable, factory balances, and pending accounts receivable receipts.
• Assist with financial modeling and analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Receivables and Payables

• Lead the accounts receivable and accounts payable function, managing two direct reports who handle day-to-day transactional activities.
• Provide guidance, oversight, and support to the team to ensure accuracy and efficiency in processing.

Finance Development & Strategic Projects

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and ongoing cost control initiatives.
• Develop and implement progressive financial controls and best practices across the business.
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to provide financial insights supporting customer programming and business growth initiatives.
• Support management in strategic decision-making through scenario planning, KPI monitoring, and business case analysis.

Compliance and Governance

• Oversee UK and European tax compliance, including VAT, duty, and IOSS submissions.
• Manage annual audit and statutory reporting processes in coordination with external auditors.
• Ensure timely submission of statutory surveys, including ONS surveys.

Payroll and Benefits Administration

• Lead the monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Complete pension submissions and other employee benefits reporting.
• Review payroll processes to enhance efficiency and ensure alignment with business growth and workforce strategy.

Profile

The successful Finance Manager should have:

* Qualified Accountant - ACA, ACCA, AICPA, CIMA or equivalent accountancy qualification

* 5 years plus accounting experience

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

* Advanced IT skills, early adopter of new IT platforms

* Curious and ambitious, with strong attention to detail

Job Offer

The successful Finance Manager will receive:

• A competitive salary of up to 75,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package to be confirmed.
• Opportunity to work in the dynamic design sector in central London
• A permanent role with long-term career progression potential.
• A supportive and professional working environment.

FINANCE MANAGER

CENTRAL LONDON - (4 DAYS OFFICE | 1 DAY HOME)

55,000 to 65,000 + BENEFITS (Negotiable to 70,000 DOE)

CANDIDATES MUST BE ON A NOTICE PERIOD OF 1 MONTH OR LESS

THE COMPANY:
We're recruiting on behalf of a global, design-led business that has established itself as a leader in its field. With ambitious growth plans across the EMEA region, the company is investing in its finance team and now requires a hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and support senior leadership with commercial decision-making.

THE OPPORTUNITY:
As Finance Manager, you'll be reporting Finance Director in the UK and Managing Director in the US, you'll be responsible for month-end reporting, cashflow forecasting, financial controls, compliance, and payroll, while also supporting business growth projects and process improvements.

This role is ideal for a part-qualified or qualified accountant with strong technical finance skills, a track record of building robust financial processes, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

THE FINANCE MANAGER ROLE:

• As the Finance Manager, you'll supervise and develop the finance team, including appraisals and performance reviews
• Deliver accurate month-end close, flash reporting, and financial commentary
• Manage prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, and cost control
• Oversee cashflow forecasting, receivables, payables, and supplier due diligence
• Lead the weekly payment run, including foreign currency transactions
• Manage UK & European tax compliance (VAT, IOSS, duty)
• Oversee the annual audit and statutory reporting
• Lead the monthly payroll process and pension submissions
• Provide financial insight to sales and commercial teams
• Develop progressive financial controls and processes

THE PERSON:

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) - IDEALLY QUALIFIED
• Must have experience as either Senior Management Accountant or Finance Manager, with a similar responsibility set to the available position.
• 5+ years' accounting experience, ideally within a fast-paced or international environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong systems knowledge (Sage, ERP, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
• Proactive, detail-focused, and ambitious, with a continuous improvement mindset

TO APPLY:
Please send your CV via the advert for the Finance Manager for immediate consideration.

By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with a leading national charity to recruit a Finance Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation. The Finance Manager will lead on all aspects of financial accounting and reporting, providing essential oversight, analysis, and guidance across the charity's operations.

This is a part-time (28 hours/week), permanent role based in London with hybrid working (1 day as week in the office). The salary is pro-rata 32,000 - 36,000 (FTE 40,000 - 45,000), inclusive of London weighting.

• Lead the financial accounting function, ensuring accuracy, compliance and efficiency.

• Produce monthly management accounts, statutory accounts, tax returns, and VAT reporting.

• Liaise with auditors, HMRC, and other external partners as required.

• Line manage the Finance Officer and support their professional development.

• Work closely with budget holders across the organisation, providing financial insight and guidance.

• Oversee payroll reconciliations and collaborate with HR on pensions administration.

• Ensure compliance with relevant charity and company regulations (SORP, Companies Act).

• Proactively identify improvements to financial systems, controls and reporting.

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

• Strong experience in statutory accounts preparation and leading on charity audits.

• In-depth knowledge of Charities SORP, VAT, and the Companies Act.

• High attention to detail with excellent analytical, reconciliation, and Excel skills.

• Experience of managing or supervising finance staff.

• Clear and confident communicator with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues.

• Experience working in a charity.

This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to an organisation that truly values its team and offers a flexible, supportive working environment.

Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be held before the closing date.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.