Senior Finance Manager

Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment is partnering with an established business in West London to recruit a Senior Finance Manager.

This is a broad leadership position with responsibility for the effective running of finance operations, combining financial control, transactional finance, cash management, systems and process improvement.

The successful candidate will lead a finance team while partnering with senior stakeholders to strengthen controls, improve efficiency and support the continued development of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance operations function, covering accounts payable, receivables, billing, banking, treasury and payroll
• Oversee cash management, forecasting and working capital processes
• Support the delivery of accurate month-end and periodic financial reporting
• Take ownership of financial controls, ensuring robust processes and appropriate governance
• Coordinate audit activity and manage relationships with external auditors
• Identify opportunities to streamline, automate and improve finance processes
• Lead and support finance systems and ERP improvement initiatives
• Maintain appropriate financial policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations
• Build strong relationships with senior finance, commercial and operational stakeholders
• Coach and develop the finance team, promoting high standards and continuous improvement

About You

We are looking for a qualified accountant (CIMA or ACCA) with strong finance management experience and a solid understanding of both operational and transactional finance.

You will ideally have:

• Experience in a Finance Manager, Senior Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar position
• Strong experience managing and developing finance teams
• Exposure to multi-site and/or multi-P&L environments
• Strong cash flow, controls and financial reporting knowledge
• A track record of improving finance systems and processes
• Knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS
• Experience within a complex operational, manufacturing, industrial or service-led environment would be advantageous

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager looking to take on a broader senior leadership role with significant responsibility across finance operations, controls and transformation.