# Finance Manager (Mandarin Speaking)Accounting / Finance,Finance ManagerNovember 12, 2026Permanent### Job Description* Permanent* London* Posted 10 hours ago* £35,000 – £40,000 per annumWebsite**CV-Library**About UsApolloGrid is a fast-growing UK residential solar, battery storage and heat pump company, with showrooms in Croydon, Kingston, Barnet, Birmingham and Nottingham, and our national distribution warehouse in Chessington.### Key Responsibilities* Core finance:* Own monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasting and board reporting* Manage VAT (MTD), corporation tax, payroll liaison and year-end statutory accounts with external accountants* Build financial controls and processes fit for a multi-site, project-based business* Support pricing decisions and margin analysis across product lines (PV panels, inverters, battery storage, heat pumps)* Manage project-level job costing for installation contracts* Inventory & working capital project (first 6 months priority):* Lead a full stock audit and reconciliation of the Chessington warehouse* Establish inventory valuation, cycle-count and stock-control procedures* Identify slow-moving and obsolete stock; recommend provisioning and clearance strategy in coordination with operations team.* Build stock-turn and working-capital KPIs to prevent recurrence* Candidate Profile & Requirements* Language Skills: Fluent Mandarin (spoken and written) is highly desirable and will be considered a strong advantage.* Educational Background: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.* Professional Qualification: Actively pursuing a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CPA, or CIMA).* Experience: 2 to 3 years of practical work experience in accounting, ideally with exposure to financial settlements or reconciliations.* Working Setup: Must be able to commute and work 100% on-site at our London office or the warehouse in Chessington.* Technical Skills: Strong numerical aptitude and proficiency in Excel and standard accounting software.* Right to Work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. We warmly welcome applications from recent graduates currently holding a Post-Study Work (PSW) Visa.### What We Offer* staff discount on home energy products* A collaborative and supportive on-site team environment.* Opportunities for professional growth and support towards completing your remaining ACCA/CPA qualifications
Finance Manager (Mandarin Speaking) employer: The CFO HQ
Brent Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises strategic financial leadership and offers a collaborative work culture focused on community impact. Employees benefit from professional growth opportunities, a commitment to long-term sustainability, and the chance to influence significant projects within the Neighbourhoods & Regeneration and Finance & Resources directorates. Working here means being part of a dedicated team that values technical excellence and commercial acumen in a supportive environment.
