Finance Manager in London

CMA Recruitment Group is working with a well-established international business based in Southampton is recruiting an interim Finance Manager to take ownership of its UK and European operations. This is a rare opportunity to step into a commercially involved, hands-on role within a small, collaborative team. The company operates globally and delivers meaningful project work across a variety of regions. This role is likely to last between 3-4 month s whilst they recruit the position permanently.Described by the post holder as the best place they have ever worked, this role offers genuine variety, a strong work-life balance, and visibility across the business.What will the Finance Manager role involve?Full responsibility for day-to-day finance operations across UK and European entitiesOversight of two direct reports: a Finance Officer and a BookkeeperBusiness partnering with non-finance stakeholders, particularly project and bidding teamsBudgeting, forecasting and financial planning across multiple currencies (GBP, EUR, USD)Input into strategic decisions while remaining hands-on in a traditional SME environmentOpportunity to shape and develop the management reporting process (currently focused on cashflow)Support for ad-hoc commercial work and operational finance queriesSuitable Candidate for the Finance Manager vacancy:Strong technical grounding, ideally gained in practice or an SME environmentConfident communicator with the ability to work closely with operational teams and senior stakeholdersHands-on and proactive approach, comfortable operating independently as well as part of a small teamProject finance experience is beneficial but not essentialQualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience applicants will all be consideredAdditional benefits and information for the role of Finance Manager:Flexi-time policy and occasional home workingTime off in lieu for any extra hours workedNo month-end deadlines, offering a relaxed but purposeful working environmentBroad, commercially involved role with strong long-term development potentialCMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.

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