Assistant Finance Manager Location: Brighton Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 Contract: Full-time, permanent On behalf of our client, a reputable and growing organisation, we are seeking an experienced Assistant Finance Manager to support the operational day-to-day running of a busy finance function. This role is ideal for a qualified finance professional who enjoys team leadership, process oversight, and hands-on financial control. You’ll play a key role in ensuring accuracy and efficiency across core finance operations, supporting both strategic reporting and team development. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all day-to-day accounting activities, including responsibility for outsourced payroll Review and authorise purchase invoices, supplier reconciliations, and payment runs Maintain oversight of monthly reconciliations for key Balance Sheet accounts, payroll, and fee income Support the preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts and KPIs Assist with the annual budgeting process and ongoing reforecasting Candidate Profile: Holds a recognised accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Advanced user of Excel and comfortable working with financial software systems Highly numerate with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrates strong attention to detail and a methodical approach Confident driving process improvements and adapting to change Able to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines Strong communication skills, able to liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional to contribute to a high-performing team within a forward-thinking organisation. You’ll be working closely with senior leadership and will have scope to influence systems and reporting processes