Finance Manager

Finance Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Your new company
A global organisation is seeking an experienced finance professional to join its high performing finance function. Operating across multiple international markets, the business delivers mission critical, sustainable solutions to customers in key industries worldwide.
The organisation promotes collaboration, diversity and innovation, offering a fast paced, multi cultural environment where finance professionals are encouraged to challenge thinking, drive continuous improvement and add genuine commercial value.
Your new role
This Finance Manager role is a 12 month maternity cover position and is a key part of the monthly close and financial reporting cycle within a shared services environment. Reporting to the Senior Financial Reporting Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring accuracy, control and timely delivery of financial information across multiple business units.
A structured handover will be provided, along with support from established team members, making this an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant to step into a visible, value adding role within a complex reporting environment.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong experience in month end close, balance sheet control and financial reporting
• Knowledge of VAT processes, payroll journals, provisions and fixed asset accounting
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability
• Experience improving financial controls, processes and reporting discipline
• Ability to engage professionally and confidently with senior stakeholders
• ERP experience (ideally SAP and/or Hyperion, though not essential)

• Salary between £45,000 to £50,000
• 33 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Digital health, wealth and lifestyle benefits
• The opportunity to develop your skills within a global finance function