Qualified Finance Manager

Kenneth Brian Associates is recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing business based in Croydon for an experienced and qualified Finance Manager.

This is a hands on leadership role, ideal for a finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, working autonomously, and supporting the wider business. Managing a team of 8, you'll be responsible for overseeing the finance function while acting as a trusted business partner across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a finance team of 8.
• Prepare monthly management accounts with insightful commentary.
• Produce annual budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Manage the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns across multiple group companies.
• Oversee cash flow and payment processes, ensuring suppliers are paid within agreed credit terms.
• Manage customer credit checks and credit insurance arrangements.
• Provide commercial and financial support across the business, answering a wide range of operational and financial queries.
• Work closely with sales, operations and senior management to provide accurate information on areas such as pricing, stock availability and inventory.
• Participate in customer meetings where financial input is required.
• Prepare presentations and financial information to support fundraising and strategic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial controls, processes and reporting.

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Previous experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance position.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Experience preparing management accounts, budgets and forecasts.
• Confident managing audits and dealing with external stakeholders.
• Proven people management experience, with the ability to lead and develop a team.
• Highly organised, proactive and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where no two days are the same.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with colleagues, customers and senior stakeholders at all levels.
• Commercially aware with a practical, problem-solving approach.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business where you'll play a key role in both the day-to-day finance function and the wider commercial success of the organisation. If you're looking for a varied, autonomous position with genuine responsibility and the opportunity to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.