Finance Manager (Temp to perm)

“Whatever good things we build end up building us.” - Jim Rohn.
 
We’re excited to announce that Sheridan Maine is collaborating with a London-based company to recruit a temporary Finance Manager (3-6 months), with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) to join a growing business.
 
In this role, you will oversee daily financial and commercial operations across Europe, taking on a comprehensive financial position. You will review and challenge financial and management accounts, while supporting operational teams in making informed commercial decisions.
 
Responsibilities of the Finance Manager include:

• Partner with European teams to drive business growth.
• Control costs in European entities.
• Lead European budget preparation.
• Improve financial operations through automation.
• Review management accounts, report variances, and take corrective action.
• Manage daily/monthly cashflow and forecasting.
• Oversee AP/AR processes.
• Manage European audits and liaise with auditors.
• Enhance local financial processes to boost productivity.
• Handle financial matters with banks and suppliers.
• Ensure business compliance in collaboration with internal teams.
• Work with Global Support Centre to improve AP/AR and GL processes.
• Lead and mentor finance team members.
• Resolve customer finance queries and conflicts.
• Credit check and assess new deals for viability.
• Attend customer review meetings for financial discussions.

 
The successful Finance Manager will require the following knowledge and experience:

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA).
• Advanced Excel skills required (VBA is a plus).
• Proficiency in MS Office suite is essential.
• Minimum 5 years' experience managing a small finance department or working as a Finance Manager in a medium to large organisation.
• Experience in an international business working with global teams.

 
This is a hybrid role requiring a presence in the office 3 days per week.

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.
 
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.