1. A varied commercial role acting as no.2 in the finance department
2. Work for an international firm with exciting expansion plans
About Our Client
Our client is a leading professional services business based in Leeds Centre. The Finance Manager sits within a fairly lean finance structure, with this position acting as no.2, therefore strategic exposure and wider skill development will be in plentiful supply. The offices are in a fantastic, accessible location with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Job Description
In this busy and varied Finance Manager position, you will be expected to:
3. Lead the UK management accounting cycle, producing accurate monthly results, key journals, and balanced ledgers while coordinating with AP and other finance teams.
4. Support monthly Group consolidation, including intercompany reconciliations, adjustments, and preparation of supporting schedules.
5. Deliver monthly reporting for practice groups and support functions, providing clear variance analysis and insight.
6. Work with the Head of Finance on statutory audit preparation, ensuring strong controls and audit-ready documentation.
7. Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, partnering with department leads to set reliable budgets and monitor performance.
8. Improve finance processes and systems, including evaluating and integrating AI tools to enhance automation, data quality, and efficiency.
9. Build strong relationships across the business, offering clear financial advice and supporting ad-hoc reporting needs.
The Successful Applicant
For this Finance Manager role, we're looking for:
10. A qualified accountant with senior-level experience in professional services, particularly UK management and statutory reporting.
11. Strong operational focus with a history of streamlining and improving finance processes and controls.
12. Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling, able to extract clear insights and influence decision-making.
13. Effective communicator who can build credibility with senior stakeholders, including Boards, Partners, auditors, and advisors.
14. Highly data-driven, with a commitment to strong data governance and an interest in leveraging technology-especially AI-to enhance finance operations.
15. Valuable experience in system implementation or integration projects, particularly involving data migration and integrity.
What's on Offer
Salary up to c.£65k + Bonus + Fantastic office location + Development prospects + Benefits package