Finance Manager

Open to apply for the Finance Manager role at Access Insurance Services.

Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Duration: Permanent.
Location: Selsdon (South London).

About The Role

Access Insurance, part of the Benefact Group, is seeking a Finance Manager to join our finance team in the Selsdon office. You’ll report directly to the Finance Director, supporting strategic initiatives and leading a team of Accounts Assistants to deliver excellence in financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complete and accurate Management and Statutory Accounts to the Finance Director, including clear explanations of key figures.
• Ensure full compliance with CASS rules for client money and maintain adherence to HMRC, statutory, and other financial regulations.
• Keep meticulous records of all income, expenses, payments, and purchase ledger activities in line with accounting standards.
• Coach and develop Accounts Assistants, ensuring they understand company procedures and relevant financial regulations.
• Lead all financial audits and act as the primary liaison for external bodies, including HMRC and the Benefact Group Finance team.
• Manage BACS payments, resolve bank queries, and ensure timely allocation of client funds and insurer/supplier payments.
• Oversee payroll, bonuses, and commissions, while working closely with account teams to maintain effective credit control.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACMA, or ACCA status (essential).
• A strong track record and reputation as a leader in finance, with specialist knowledge in regulatory and strategic areas.
• Solid IT skills, including proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools.
• Confident, persuasive, and able to negotiate effectively at all levels of the business.
• Skilled at fostering cooperative, productive relationships across teams and external stakeholders.
• Able to take on people‑management responsibilities, including supervision from both a regulatory and financial perspective.
• Experience managing the day‑to‑day operational aspects of a finance team to ensure efficiency and compliance.

Benefits

• Salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Reward structure that recognises your contributions.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with capped company‑matched contributions.
• Group Life Insurance and Income Protection.
• Access to Aviva Smart Health and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing training, personal development, and CPD sessions.
• Wellbeing perks and lifestyle resources through ‘Perkbox’.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Regular social events and 6 charity volunteering days per year.
• A genuine commitment to helping you grow and succeed.

About Us

Access Insurance is a Chartered Insurance Broker and specialist adviser to charities, churches, and community groups. Our mission is to help all types of charities and not‑for‑profits manage their risks by giving specialist advice and designing bespoke insurance policies. The company is built on social enterprise principles and values, with a culture that embodies generosity and a genuine commitment to philanthropy.

Benefact Group is a unique international financial services Group made up of over 30 businesses, owned by a charity and known for its corporate giving. We aim to become the UK’s number one corporate donor, while promoting an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a welcoming, diverse workplace.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Finance and Sales