Job Description
Job Opportunity: Senior Finance Manager
Location: South London / Greater London Area (Hybrid working options available)
Job Type: Permanent | Department: Finance
Reports to: Head of Finance | Direct Reports: Up to 4
Are you a technically strong and commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a senior leadership role? An established and growing organisation in the alternative financial services sector is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to join its high-performing finance team.
About the Role
As Senior Finance Manager, you will take ownership of core financial operations—delivering accurate, timely reporting while maintaining a robust control environment. You'll lead and develop a team, manage statutory and regulatory reporting, and play a vital role in driving continuous improvement across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee daily financial operations and transaction processing
* Implement and maintain strong financial controls and risk management frameworks
* Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including group consolidation and journals
* Prepare statutory accounts and coordinate the year-end audit
* Apply and implement evolving technical accounting standards
* Develop and mentor finance team members to foster growth and performance
* Act as deputy to the Head of Finance when needed
* Contribute to strategic finance projects and transformational initiatives
✅ What We’re Looking For
Essential:
* ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with 5+ years’ post-qualification experience
* Strong technical accounting and financial reporting background
* Experience producing statutory accounts and managing audit processes
* Proven team leadership and development experience
* Advanced Excel skills
* Excellent time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
Desirable:
* Experience in alternative financial services or accounting under IFRS 9
* Exposure to plc reporting environments
* Involvement in finance system implementations
What’s on Offer
* A senior role with real impact in a fast-growing financial services organisation
* The opportunity to help shape the future of the finance function
* Supportive, collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvement
* Competitive salary and benefits package