Somerce is a fast-growing social commerce agency, helping brands succeed on TikTok Shop through live shopping, content, and performance marketing. As the business scales, Somerce is bringing finance operations in-house to create structure, improve visibility, and free up the founder and MD from day-to-day finance management.
Somerce is looking for a Finance Manager who can take full ownership of the finance function — ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely reporting, while supporting leadership with the insight needed to make informed decisions.
Financial Operations
* Raise and issue client invoices.
* Chase overdue invoices and manage debtor control.
* Process supplier invoices, staff expenses, and payments.
* Oversee reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records in Xero.
Cash Flow & Control
* Manage cash flow forecasting and ensure strong liquidity.
* Monitor payment schedules and optimise working capital.
* Support budget management and cost control.
Reporting & Analysis
* Deliver monthly management accounts and financial reports.
* Track and analyse performance (revenue, costs, margin) and flag variances.
* Provide actionable insights to leadership on risks and opportunities.
Compliance & Governance
* Liaise with external accountants on VAT, payroll, and year-end accounts.
* Ensure compliance with HMRC and other regulatory requirements.
* Maintain strong financial controls and approval processes.
Business Partnering
* Act as the internal go-to for finance, providing clear updates to the founder and MD.
* Support strategic planning and forecasting with accurate data.
* Identify areas to improve efficiency and profitability.
Leadership & Initiative
* Take ownership of building a structured, professional finance system.
* Proactively suggest and implement process improvements.
* Provide guidance to colleagues on financial procedures when needed.
Requirements
* Experience in a finance role (Finance Manager, Management Accountant, or similar).
* Strong knowledge of invoicing, payments, cash flow, and reporting.
* Proficiency with Xero (or similar accounting software) and Excel/Google Sheets.
* Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work independently.
* Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Nice to haves:
* Experience in agency, e-commerce, or retail sectors.
* Payroll management knowledge.
* Previous exposure to scaling SMEs and working with founders.
Benefits
What We Offer
* Competitive salary based on experience
* £50 monthly gym membership
* Up to 10 days per year work from anywhere
* 28 days holiday
* Regular team socials
* Personal development allowance
* Opportunities to travel for events and industry networking