Finance Manager
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About the Role
Harper May is partnering with a dynamic and growing consultancy firm that is seeking a Finance Manager to lead day-to-day financial operations and support strategic decision-making. With an expanding client portfolio and an increasing international footprint, the business is entering an exciting phase of growth and is looking for a commercially focused finance professional to help drive its continued success.
Role Overview:
The Finance Manager will take ownership of core financial processes, enhance internal controls, and deliver high-quality financial reporting and insight to senior leadership. This is a hands-on role offering broad exposure across the business and an excellent opportunity to shape the finance function in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage the month-end close process and prepare accurate management accounts and financial reports
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Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across the business
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Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations
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Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors as required
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Manage cash flow and support working capital optimisation across projects and business lines
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Partner with operational and client-facing teams to provide financial insights and performance analysis
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Drive 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 initiatives
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 consulting, professional services, or project-based industries
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Strong technical accounting knowledge with commercial awareness
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Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems (e.g. Xero, NetSuite, Sage)
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment