At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial operations and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic finance team.
- Company: Established organisation in the alternative financial services sector with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on innovation and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-growing company while shaping the future of finance.
- Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with strong leadership and technical accounting skills.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.
Location: South London / Greater London Area (Hybrid working options available)
Job Type: Permanent
Department: Finance
Reports to: Head of Finance
Direct Reports: Up to 4
Are 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.
As Senior Finance Manager, you will take ownership of core financial operations - delivering 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 Responsibilities
- Oversee daily financial operations and transaction processing
- Implement and maintain strong financial controls and risk management frameworks
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including group consolidation and journals
- Prepare statutory accounts and coordinate the year-end audit
- Apply and implement evolving technical accounting standards
- Develop and mentor finance team members to foster growth and performance
- Act as deputy to the Head of Finance when needed
- Contribute to strategic finance projects and transformational initiatives
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with 5+ years' post-qualification experience
- Strong technical accounting and financial reporting background
- Experience producing statutory accounts and managing audit processes
- Proven team leadership and development experience
- Advanced Excel skills
- Excellent time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
Desirable:
- Experience in alternative financial services or accounting under IFRS 9
- Exposure to plc reporting environments
- Involvement in finance system implementations
What's on Offer
- A senior role with real impact in a fast-growing financial services organisation
- The opportunity to help shape the future of the finance function
- Supportive, collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvement
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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