Equifind have partnered with a global asset management company to assist them with their search for a Group Finance Manager to join the London team, based by Bond Street, London. Four days in the office, 9-6 hours as standard.
You will be part of small team, reporting in to the Financial Controller (VP level) and you will manage the outsource bookkeepers and they feels this is an important role as the business continues to expand.
The Company
An international investment firm that has evolved over the years to become a global name in this field, with an operational focus on long term investment strategies. Their scale and profitability is impressive.
This is a hybrid opportunity, where you will be required to be in the London office four days per week to integrate with the wider finance team to gain a strong understanding of the financial reporting for the group.
The working culture is highly professionalism but offers a great strong social feel that creates a very enjoyable place to work. We will be looking for someone who loves to interact with others and has a proven track record in managing the financial reporting for a group.
The Role
Key duties and responsibilities for this Group Finance Manager include but aren't limited to:-
Financial Reporting, Forecasting & Analysis
* Review of monthly, quarterly and annual financial result for corporate entities, prepared by the external outsource providers
* Lead month-end, quarter-end and year-end close procedures for purposes of corporate group management reporting
* Delivery of variance analysis and key trends
* Prepare updates on financial results and risks for senior management and Group corporate finance
* Support and contribute to the annual budget and quarterly reforecasts for senior management and Group corporate finance; encompassing management fee revenue, personnel and other costs and investment income.
* Ensuring that financial results, commentary and supporting analysis are accurate, insightful and aligned with business expectations.
* Variance v budget commentary
* Prepare quarterly financials presentation decks with an emphasis on performance trends, cost allocation impacts, headcount movements and budget tracking.
* Report on on going process improvements, control remediations, or audit issues.
Financial Controls & Governance
* Operate key financial controls, including:
* Management fee calculations and accrual reviews in collaboration with fund finance function,
* Balance sheet ownership and reconciliation, including cash, intercompany and accruals;
* Cashflow management,
* Fund recharges, accounts payable and employee expenses.
* Involvement in the overall statutory audit process for all corporate entities.
* Ensure the internal control framework across finance operations is in line with Groups Financial Control Framework.
Data, Systems & Process Improvement
* Contribute to the automation of financial workflows, dashboarding and data visualisation across the Finance Team.
* Ensure high-quality data is delivered to the Group corporate finance team for inclusion in consolidated reporting.
* Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance speed, accuracy and control robustness.
Experience & Qualifications
* Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 5 years PQE+
* Experience within Asset management highly desirable
* Strong excel skills
* Strong communication
Compensation
* Base pay is .c. £90k.
* Discretionary annual bonus - .c. 25%
* Full host of generous benefits