Finance Manager in London

Finance Manager – £70,000 to £75,000 + Benefits | Central London (Hybrid after training)

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

An established and fast-growing professional services group in Central London is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to help drive its continued success and support the next phase of expansion.

The business has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality services to a diverse portfolio of clients across the UK and internationally. With consistent year-on-year growth and a commitment to excellence, this is an organisation that combines commercial strength with a supportive and collaborative culture.
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function, work closely with senior leadership, and make a tangible impact on business performance.

The Role
The Finance Manager will oversee financial accounting, reporting, planning, and compliance—ensuring robust financial controls, accuracy, and efficiency across all operations.
Working closely with the Head of Finance, you’ll play a key role in strengthening internal processes, improving reporting systems, and supporting strategic decision-making. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that will suit someone with strong technical skills and a commercial mindset, who is ready to take the next step toward Financial Controller level.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts and reports
Manage all aspects of day-to-day finance operations including AP/AR, payroll, and expenses
Maintain and improve internal financial controls
Support the preparation and audit of annual statutory accounts in line with FRS102
Manage cash flow forecasting and oversee group cash reporting
Provide financial analysis and insights to senior leadership
Partner with departmental heads to support budgeting and forecasting
Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, and payroll tax requirements
Identify opportunities to automate and streamline financial processes
About You

Qualified accountant ACCA or equivalent) with at least 2–3 years’ PQE
Experience in a Finance Manager or similar role within a fast-paced SME or scale-up
Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and compliance standards
Skilled in balance sheet accounting, cash flow forecasting, and revenue recognition
Experience supporting audits and statutory filings
Proficiency in Xero and Excel, with a good grasp of financial software systems
Excellent communication and analytical skills
A self-starter with strong attention to detail and the confidence to challenge and improve processes
What’s on Offer

Salary: £70,000–£75,000 per annum
Central London location – 5 days in office initially, then hybrid (3 office / 2 home) once trained
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Annual cost-of-living salary review
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Cycle to Work Scheme
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Finance Manager who wants to step into a visible, value-adding role within a successful, people-focused business. You’ll join a high-performing team, work closely with decision-makers, and play a key part in shaping the company’s financial future