Job Overview
The Finance Manager is a senior role that reports directly to the CFO and the Board of Directors and is responsible for all the day-to-day financial aspects of the company. In this role you will be supported by the company’s leadership team, the company’s accountants (currently AccountsCo) and the company’s Legal Counsel.
Responsibilities
- Work with the CFO and Board to develop and maintain strong financial controls and processes.
- Conduct all day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting and cash flow, thus enabling accurate and timely management and financial reporting.
- Ensure that the accounts payable, accounts receivable, expenses, bank and other ledgers are up-to-date and properly reconciled.
- Prepare supplier and staff expense payment runs.
- Monitor and approve expenses.
- Ensure that purchase orders, invoices are properly created and approved.
- Control payroll and benefits and keep track of holidays and sickness.
- Ensure that Companies House records are up-to-date and accurate.
- Assist with the financial aspects of bids.
- Assist with the financial aspects of insurance.
- Assist with the development, implementation and review of financial controls.
- Work with the company’s accountants to ensure that the company’s tax and accounting compliance obligations are met.
- Provide regular financial reports and updates to the CFO and the Board of Directors.
- Review the financial aspects of the Company’s risk register and make such amendments as necessary.
- Perform other tasks as requested by the CFO, CEO or Board of Directors.
Requirements
- Proven experience in financial management, ideally in a high-growth or technology-driven environment.
- Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
- Strong understanding of UK financial regulations, tax compliance, and Companies House requirements.
- Proficiency in financial software, advanced Excel skills, and process optimization.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
- Excellent communication skills for collaboration with leadership and external partners.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working hours
- Dynamic, innovative, and inclusive culture
- Opportunities for professional growth and development