Senior Finance Manager (JW44)

My client are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Senior Finance Manager to lead the firm's financial operations, reporting, planning, and compliance activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, managing financial performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across finance functions.

This role is based in an Accountancy practice.

Role responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure accurate and timely management reporting for partners and senior leadership.
• Monitor cash flow, profitability, and financial performance indicators.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Partner with senior management to develop and implement financial strategies.
• Evaluate business opportunities, investments, and operational initiatives.
• Identify risks and opportunities affecting firm profitability.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and business expansion projects where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Manage external audits and regulatory reporting obligations.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and financial governance frameworks.
• Monitor financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
• Manage workload allocation and performance reviews.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Collaborate with partners and department heads across the firm.
• Provide financial insights to partners and senior stakeholders.
• Support client-facing teams on complex financial matters when required.
• Build strong relationships with external auditors, banks, and professional advisors.

Experience:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 7–10+ years of progressive finance experience, preferably within an accountancy practice or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, taxation, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience leading finance teams and managing budgets.

Person specification:

• Excellent financial analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Expectations:

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Budget and forecast performance.
• Cash flow management effectiveness.
• Compliance and audit outcomes.
• Profitability improvement initiatives.
• Team development and engagement metrics.