Full job description

Cedar is partnered with a fast-growing, PE-backed financial services business to appoint a Finance Manager on an 18-month fixed-term contract. The role pays £75,000 to £85,000 and is based in the City of London, with three days per week in the office.


The Business
This is a high-growth financial services business operating in a complex, multi-entity environment.


The finance function is continuing to evolve alongside the wider business, with a strong focus on improving reporting, controls, processes and overall efficiency.


The role sits within a high-calibre team and offers broad exposure across finance, commercial and operational stakeholders.


The Opportunity
The Finance Manager will take ownership of a broad range of reporting, control and statutory responsibilities, while managing and developing a small finance team.


Key responsibilities include:
*Managing monthly, quarterly and annual reporting across multiple entities
*Leading month-end close and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations
*Overseeing statutory accounts and supporting the external audit process
*Managing and developing a small team
*Supporting budgeting and forecasting activity
*Reviewing complex accounting matters and ensuring appropriate treatment
*Working closely with wider finance and operational teams on key projects
*Strengthening financial controls, reporting processes and governance
*Identifying opportunities to simplify and automate existing processes
*Producing clear analysis and supporting senior finance stakeholders


Candidate Profile
*Qualified accountant, e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
*Strong financial reporting and control background
*Experience within a complex, multi-entity organisation
*Good technical accounting knowledge
*Experience managing statutory accounts and audit processes
*Previous team management experience
*Strong stakeholder management skills
*Comfortable improving processes within a fast-moving environment
*Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively


Salary & Benefits
The Finance Manager position offers:
*£75,000 to £85,000 salary
*Highly impressive City of London location
*Three days per week in the office with a collaborative and driven team
*Exposure to a fast-growing, industry-leading, PE-backed financial services business
*Management responsibility for a small high-performing team
*Broad involvement across reporting, controls and finance improvement projects