Finance Manager (12 month FTC)

Finance Manager - (maternity cover, 12 month FTC)

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager for maternity cover for 12 months.

You will take ownership of end to end accounting processes, statutory and management reporting, and play an active role in driving process improvement and supporting the wider team.

This is a high impact position offering excellent exposure across a global, fast paced technology business.

What You'll Do

• Accounting Close & Reporting
• Managing month end, quarter end and year end accounting close processes, ensuring compliance with accounting policies, reporting requirements, government regulations and legislation.
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly US GAAP management accounts including meaningful variance analysis.
• Preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Supervision and review of prepayments and accruals processes.
• Intercompany entries and reconciliations.
• Review of complex calculations and items requiring judgement when prepared by more junior team members.
• Payroll & Commission
• Calculation and management of payroll related accruals.
• Preparation of commission balances for accruals and processing through payroll.
• Statutory Accounts & Audit
• Management of the preparation and audit of local statutory accounts for EMEA regions.
• Collation of audit files and liaison with auditors to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Tax & Compliance
• Local indirect tax compliance and filings.
• Liaising closely with the internal tax team.
• Process Improvement & Team Development
• Implementation of best practices within the department.
• Developing and applying knowledge of Mimecast's business to provide value added analysis and support to other areas of the business.
• Providing guidance and mentoring to more junior members of the team.
• Other duties as requested by the Financial Controller, including cover during periods of high workloads and absences.
• What You'll Bring

Essential Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification - ACA, ACCA or CIMA.
• 3-5 years' post qualified experience within industry.
• Proven Finance Manager experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Experience with multi currency reporting.

Skills & Attributes

• Credibility and confidence to liaise effectively with senior management.
• Methodical, diligent, accurate and accountable approach to work.
• Ability to challenge the status quo and drive improvement through change.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multi task and deliver high quality work to deadlines.
• Team player with a positive, collaborative attitude.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Continuous professional development and learning opportunities.
• Collaborative, inclusive culture with a global team.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affiliated Action Employer; we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

All hiring decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, marital status, nationality or any other characteristic protected by law.

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks conducted in accordance with local law. (Not a lie detecting test.)