Finance Manager
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About the Role
Harper May is partnering with a dynamic and expanding consultancy firm that is seeking a Finance Manager to lead day-to-day financial operations and support strategic decision-making across the business. With a growing client base and international footprint, the firm is entering a new phase of growth and is looking for a commercially focused finance professional to play a central role in its continued success.
Role Overview:
The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing core financial processes, improving internal controls, and supporting senior leadership with timely, accurate reporting. This is a hands-on role that offers broad exposure across the business and the opportunity to shape the finance function in a fast-paced professional services environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage the month-end close process, including preparation of management accounts and financial reporting
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Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across departments and service lines
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Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
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Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors
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Lead cash flow management and support working capital optimisation
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Partner with operational and client delivery teams to provide financial insights and performance analysis
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Implement improvements in financial systems, reporting tools, and internal processes
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Support the CFO or Head of Finance with ad-hoc analysis, board reporting, and strategic projects
Key Requirements:
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ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or finalist with strong post-qualified experience
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Prior experience in a finance role within a consulting, professional services, or project-based business
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Solid technical accounting knowledge combined with commercial awareness
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Strong Excel skills and experience with financial systems (e.g. Xero, NetSuite, Sage)
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively