151 Senior Finance Manager jobs in London

Join a fast-growing Life Insurance business and take the lead on finance strategy, automation, and innovation. You’ll work directly with senior leadership, shaping the company’s growth and streamlining operations.

Why Apply?

• £70k–£90k salary + bonus + share options
li>Flexible hybrid working
• Real influence at senior level
• Modern, tech-driven environment

What You’ll Do

< i>Lead finance for multiple group companies
• Automate reporting and workflows
• Partner with the CEO/CFO on strategy
• Oversee insurance transactions and treasury management

What You’ll Bring

< i>5+ years in finance (insurance experience a big plus)
• Strong automation and reporting skills
• Strategic mindset and hands-on delivery
• Collaborative, forward-thinking approach

Apply today and be part of an ambitious, innovative team where your ideas will shape the future.

Finchley, North London - Part Time Bookkeeper / Finance Manager (3 days equivalent or 4-5 short days)

Our client is an award-winning £3.5m Consumer Products business in North London, supplying the major UK and EU retail sector and B2C, both directly and via Amazon. Due to growth, the company is looking to bring its finance function in-house and is seeking a Part Time Bookkeeper / Finance Manager (3 days or 4-5 short days) to work alongside the MD.

Working hybrid, this sole role - Part Time Bookkeeper / Finance Manager / Management Accountant role will include:

• Managing all financial records, AP, AR, bookkeeping and month-end
li>Manage payments to suppliers and credit control for key customers
• Bank reconciliations, monitoring and managing cash flow
• Presentation of management accounts / reports using Xero
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
• Work closely with third party logistics regarding stock control / ERP systems
• Liaison with external accountants regarding payroll and VAT
• Aspects of office administration and ensure compliance with regulations

At least 5 years' relevant accounting / bookkeeping experience using Xero, Sage or QuickBooks is essential.
This is an excellent flexible Part Time accounts opportunity in North London for an experienced Bookkeeper / Finance Manager / Management Accountant seeking a sole hands-on accounting role with a friendly, successful company.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious finance professional looking to progress their experience within a FTSE listed construction business with a track record of delivering high profile infrastructure projects.

The role is based in Bishopsgate (Central London) – 6 Months currently

This is a critical role within the Systems function that involves collecting, processing, validating and presenting accurate financial data. Whilst also providing strategic, financial and operational feedback on the performance of the company to senior management.

The role will be involved in assisting in the set up and development of the System processes, supporting the Senior Finance Manager & providing delivery of day-to-day finance systems activities.

The role includes exposure to senior management of the group and other central finance functions, providing an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your ability for further advancement.

Role Responsibilities

This role will be responsible for the supervision of all daily, weekly and monthly financial systems administration responsibilities related to a suite of Finance Systems, in particular Mercur (Budgeting and Reporting System) and TEFA (Timesheet System)

Provide ongoing management of the data flows, integration processes and governance of the Mercur System. Lead the resolution of support issues and configuration changes.

Support the Senior Finance Manager with the financial systems administration of the company’s ERP System (Oracle), deputising as required

The primary responsibilities of this role are:

Management & development of the Finance Assistant.

Become the support contact for users of Mercur , answering business queries and responding to tickets raised in the IT portal for Mercur.

Become the point of contact for the Support Function users of TEFA and ensure the provision of a timely, accurate and customer-focused service delivery

Define best practices, standardise processes and usage and provide documentation for both the Mercur and TEFA systems

Ensure access to the Mercur System complies with Finance policies and procedures and complete regular audits to confirm.

Coordination of data cleanse and accuracy, monitoring exception reports when launched making sure information held in Mercur can be used to make informed decisions in the business

 

Finance Manager - Education and Schools

My client is a Local Authority in the South West who are looking to appoint a talented Finance Manager to a Permanent Post.

About the role:

Based in North London (Hybrid):

A vacancy has arisen in the Finance Business Partnering team for a Finance Manager to lead on the financial support provided to the Council and senior management in respect of Education and Schools.

The role reports to the Head of Finance and is the finance lead supporting these service areas, whilst overseeing a team of three staff.

What's on offer:

• Salary: 53,817 - 68,265, inside IR35.

*negotiable based on experience

*please submit your CV with the rate you require

• Remote/Hybrid working.
• Hours: 09:00 -17:30 Monday to Friday

Responsibilities:

1. Developing strategic financial plans, budget setting, financial reporting and supporting and challenging decision making.
2. To provide information using analysis that clearly presents the financial performance, cost drivers, levers for change and implications to senior management and non-financial staff.
3. To work closely with finance colleagues to support corporate reporting.

About you:
You will have the following experiences:

• A CCAB accountancy qualification, or part qualified and actively studying for such a qualification.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of local government finance.
• Experience of successfully managing finance and other staff including performance management, personal and professional development, and the confidence.

How to apply

• Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted.
• Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

About Spencer Clarke Group

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

• Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
• Free DBS checks
• Post Placement Aftercare
• Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals

INDSCGBR

We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to 250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Brad on remembering to include your details as well.

*T's & C's apply.

Our client is a well-established manufacturing business, as worldwide leaders in their field, their equipment is engineered for a global market and is supplied to over 140 countries.

The business are looking to appoint a new Finance Manager, a senior position within the finance team, responsible for the global accounting and with great opportunity for additional responsibility and future progression on merit of success.

The Finance Manager will hold key responsibility for the production of group financial statements including consolidations, profit and loss accounts, budgets, cash flows, monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentaries. There is scope to develop processes and implement new ideas, in agreement with management.

The incoming Finance Manager will be a good communicator, striving to forge good relationships within the wider business, business partnering with departmental heads and senior managers on overhead reporting and budgeting

The business are keen to appoint someone who is on an upward curve in their career, eager to progress as they move forward and gain further skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise production of the Management Accounts. This includes balance sheet reconciliations and Profit and Loss analysis. 
li>Management of the Balance sheet review process.
• Business partnering with departmental heads to establish effective KPI's and accurate monthly reports
• Ad hoc analysis, as and when required
• Preparing the annual budget and periodic forecasting plus the group consolidation of these reports.
• Assist in the preparation of internal procedures.
• Carry out continuous reviews of accounting practices & processes to ensure efficient & cost-effective operations
• Ensure statutory compliance including managing the annual audit
• Manage the year end accounts preparation and liaising with an external auditor.
• Assist in continuous improvement of ERP systems, lead developments & document procedures
• Effective communications with subsidiaries
• Oversee the VAT preparation for UK, Ireland and Belgium.
• Payroll submissions for UK, Sweden and Spain.

Qualifications

• A qualified Accountant – ACA, ACCA, CIMA
< i>2-3 years post qualification industry experience

Additional Skills

• A good communicator
• Manufacturing industry experience
• Experience of managing and developing team members
• Excellent Excel skills plus experience of using an ERP package

Finchley, North London - Part Time Bookkeeper / Finance Manager (3 days equivalent or 4-5 short days)

Our client is an award-winning £3.5m Consumer Products business in North London, supplying the major UK and EU retail sector and B2C, both directly and via Amazon. Due to growth, the company is looking to bring its finance function in-house and is seeking a Part Time Bookkeeper / Finance Manager (3 days or 4-5 short days) to work alongside the MD.

Working hybrid, this sole role - Part Time Bookkeeper / Finance Manager / Management Accountant role will include:

• Managing all financial records, AP, AR, bookkeeping and month-end
li>Manage payments to suppliers and credit control for key customers
• Bank reconciliations, monitoring and managing cash flow
• Presentation of management accounts / reports using Xero
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
• Work closely with third party logistics regarding stock control / ERP systems
• Liaison with external accountants regarding payroll and VAT
• Aspects of office administration and ensure compliance with regulations

At least 5 years' relevant accounting / bookkeeping experience using Xero, Sage or QuickBooks is essential.
This is an excellent flexible Part Time accounts opportunity in North London for an experienced Bookkeeper / Finance Manager / Management Accountant seeking a sole hands-on accounting role with a friendly, successful company.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious finance professional looking to progress their experience within a FTSE listed construction business with a track record of delivering high profile infrastructure projects.

The role is based in Bishopsgate (Central London) – 6 Months currently

This is a critical role within the Systems function that involves collecting, processing, validating and presenting accurate financial data. Whilst also providing strategic, financial and operational feedback on the performance of the company to senior management.

The role will be involved in assisting in the set up and development of the System processes, supporting the Senior Finance Manager & providing delivery of day-to-day finance systems activities.

The role includes exposure to senior management of the group and other central finance functions, providing an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your ability for further advancement.

Role Responsibilities

This role will be responsible for the supervision of all daily, weekly and monthly financial systems administration responsibilities related to a suite of Finance Systems, in particular Mercur (Budgeting and Reporting System) and TEFA (Timesheet System)

Provide ongoing management of the data flows, integration processes and governance of the Mercur System. Lead the resolution of support issues and configuration changes.

Support the Senior Finance Manager with the financial systems administration of the company’s ERP System (Oracle), deputising as required

The primary responsibilities of this role are:

Management & development of the Finance Assistant.

Become the support contact for users of Mercur , answering business queries and responding to tickets raised in the IT portal for Mercur.

Become the point of contact for the Support Function users of TEFA and ensure the provision of a timely, accurate and customer-focused service delivery

Define best practices, standardise processes and usage and provide documentation for both the Mercur and TEFA systems

Ensure access to the Mercur System complies with Finance policies and procedures and complete regular audits to confirm.

Coordination of data cleanse and accuracy, monitoring exception reports when launched making sure information held in Mercur can be used to make informed decisions in the business

 

Our client is a well-established manufacturing business, as worldwide leaders in their field, their equipment is engineered for a global market and is supplied to over 140 countries.

The business are looking to appoint a new Finance Manager, a senior position within the finance team, responsible for the global accounting and with great opportunity for additional responsibility and future progression on merit of success.

The Finance Manager will hold key responsibility for the production of group financial statements including consolidations, profit and loss accounts, budgets, cash flows, monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentaries. There is scope to develop processes and implement new ideas, in agreement with management.

The incoming Finance Manager will be a good communicator, striving to forge good relationships within the wider business, business partnering with departmental heads and senior managers on overhead reporting and budgeting

The business are keen to appoint someone who is on an upward curve in their career, eager to progress as they move forward and gain further skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise production of the Management Accounts. This includes balance sheet reconciliations and Profit and Loss analysis. 
li>Management of the Balance sheet review process.
• Business partnering with departmental heads to establish effective KPI's and accurate monthly reports
• Ad hoc analysis, as and when required
• Preparing the annual budget and periodic forecasting plus the group consolidation of these reports.
• Assist in the preparation of internal procedures.
• Carry out continuous reviews of accounting practices & processes to ensure efficient & cost-effective operations
• Ensure statutory compliance including managing the annual audit
• Manage the year end accounts preparation and liaising with an external auditor.
• Assist in continuous improvement of ERP systems, lead developments & document procedures
• Effective communications with subsidiaries
• Oversee the VAT preparation for UK, Ireland and Belgium.
• Payroll submissions for UK, Sweden and Spain.

Qualifications

• A qualified Accountant – ACA, ACCA, CIMA
< i>2-3 years post qualification industry experience

Additional Skills

• A good communicator
• Manufacturing industry experience
• Experience of managing and developing team members
• Excellent Excel skills plus experience of using an ERP package

**Additional Information**

**Job Number** 25117607


**Job Category** Finance & Accounting


**Location** Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, Piccadilly, London, London, United Kingdom, W1J 7BXVIEW ON MAP (
**Schedule** Full Time


**Located Remotely?** N


**Position Type** Management




**We are hiring for a Finance Manager**



Based at The Sheraton Grand London Park Lane Hotel - a Grand Experience Crafted in Mayfair.



**Rewards for worku2026. Benefits for your lifestyle**


Part of Marriott International, the largest hospitality brand in the world - this means national and internal promotion opportunities for the right candidates. The sky is your limit here
World class training and development programmes tailored to enhancing your skills and help you grow within the Marriott family.
Work alongside some amazing talent - award winning, experienced hospitality professionals
Discounted room nights & food and beverage - because your well-being means so much
Complimentary laundry, free meals on duty
Access to fabulous and flexible benefits to help you in and out of work
Eligible for Accommodation Service Charge
Annual Bonus



**JOB SUMMARY**



Manages the hotelu2019s day-to-day Accounting function, assisting the Cluster Director of Finance in providing financial leadership to the business and clear structure and direction to the Finance team. Primary responsibilities include preparation and analysis of the financial reports and reconciliations, internal and external reporting, budgeting/forecasting, audit and control, asset and liability reconciliation, working capital and cash control.



**CANDIDATE PROFILE**



**Education and Experience**



Hotel accounting experience is essential, operational experience is also preferred but not essential.



**SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**



**Hotel Operational Finance knowledge u2013** previous Asst DOF or smaller hotel Director of Finance



**Numeracy** - using mathematics to solve problems, calculations, presentations etc.



**Computer Skills** u2013 Strong computer skills, particularly Excel and preferably Opera, PeopleSoft, Micros



**Reading Comprehension** - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.



**Writing** - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.



**Economics and Accounting** - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, P&L statements, operating budgets, forecasting and scheduling, and the reporting of financial data.



**Management of Financial Resources** - Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.



**Analytical/Critical Thinking** - The ability to gather and organize information using a logical and systematic process; recognize patterns and relationships in complex data; examine data to identify implications, problems and draw appropriate conclusions; generate alternative solutions to problems; evaluate strengths, weaknesses and consequences of alternative solutions and approaches to solving problems.



**Administration and Management** - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources



**Purchasing and Materials Management** - Knowledge of practices and procedures needed to maintain material, equipment and supplies; including vendor identification and contract negotiation, supply requisition and purchasing, and inventory control (e.g., accounting and budgeting).



**CORE WORK ACTIVITIES**



**Achieving Business Results**



Supports strategies and conducts activities to drive financial results, guest satisfaction, human capital index and market share.



Effectively manages the day to day operation of Accounting to execute finance and accounting responsibilities for the property.



Assists the Cluster DOF in developing the annual business plan, budgets, forecasts, financial reports, tax compliance, and profit and loss statements.



Works through own team and influencing department managers to ensure appropriate controls are in place to manage business risks.



Assists in the hiring of accounting associates, and development and retention of a diverse high caliber workforce to provide strong functional expertise to the property and the discipline.



Sustains a work environment that focuses on fair and equitable treatment and associate satisfaction to enable business success.



**Supporting Profitability and Revenue Goals**



Meets Report Delivery Deadlines u2013



Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.



Verifies P&L Accuracy



Verifies that profits and losses are documented accurately, in line with Marriott Processes and procedures.



Communicates with and provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.



Demonstrates leadership by using interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourages others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.



Achieves and and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.



Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.



Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work and the work of the finance team.



Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.



Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution, solve problems and make decisions.



Informs and/or updates the executives, peers and subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.



Verifies that all Taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.



Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.



Processes information; compiles, codes, categories, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.



Evaluates information to determine compliance with standards, using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.



Updates and uses relevant knowledge, keeps up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to job.



**Assists in Conducting Strategic Planning and Decision Making**



Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.



Advises the Cluster Executive committee on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.



Provides on going analytical support (e.g. monitoring the operating departmentu2019s actual and projected sales and profit and coaches management team to ensure financial goals are met and opportunities are identified and addressed).



Provides assistance to the Cluster DOF in developing the annual business plan, budgets and monthly forecasts.



Provides analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities.



Provides direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization.



Orients hotel managers to the accounting function and coaches to effectively manage their departmentu2019s financial performance.



Produces accurate and timely financial reports to support effective decision making.



Provides meaning or context to the financial results.



Verifies that the P&L is accurate (i.e., costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts) and statements are delivered to appropriate individuals in a timely manner.



**Managing Projects and Policies**



Maintains a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets improve operations and profitability and manage business risks.



Produces accurate forecasts that enable operations to react to changes in the business.



Reconciles balance sheet and ensures account balances are current and supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with SOPs.



**Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities**



Facilitates critique meetings to review results with management team.



Celebrates successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members.



Leverages strong functional leadership and communication skills to influence the management team and to lead own team.



Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with associates and ensures associates do the same within the team.



Creates a working environment that enables the retention of top talent and where individuals perform at their best.



Verifies that team members are cross-trained to support successful daily operations.



Conducts annual performance appraisals with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures.



Encourages open dialogue between team members.



Assigns team members and other department managers clear accountability to accomplish goals.



Uses all available on the job training tools for associates.



Manages internal, external and regulatory audit processes and ensures compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), verifying that hotel policies are administered fairly and consistently.



Verifies that disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.



Generates and reviews financial reports that are linked to the planu2019s financial goals.



Verifies that tax rates used for sales/use tax are current and proper amounts are collected and/or accrued.



Completes adhoc requests from Cluster DOF & Assistant Cluster DOF.



**OTHER**



Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.



_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.u202fOur greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._



When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. Weu2019ve been a place to gather and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We invite, we welcome, and we connect guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If youu2019re a team player who is excited to deliver a meaningful guest experience, we encourage you to explore your next career opportunity with Sheraton. Join us on our mission to be u2018The Worldu2019s Gathering Placeu2019. In joining Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work,u200b **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing globalu200b team, and **become** the best version of you.