CIPFA Financial Controller Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 Permanent, Full-time (32 hours across 4 days - compressed hours) Hybrid working - typically 2 days a week in the office Office based in Moorgate, London About CIPFA The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) is the world's only professional accountancy body dedicated to public finance. For over a century, we have supported governments, public services and organisations across the UK and internationally to ensure public money is managed effectively and transparently. Our work sits at the heart of public trust. From setting professional standards and providing training to delivering advisory services and research, CIPFA plays a critical role in strengthening financial management across the public sector. Our members work in central and local government, health, housing, and international development, helping ensure that public resources deliver the greatest possible impact. As CIPFA continues to develop its global reach and commercial activities, we are seeking a Financial Controller to help ensure the organisation maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship, governance and reporting. About the Role We're seeking a senior member of the CIPFA Finance management team. Alongside the core deliverables, you'll work with the CFO and Head of Finance to shape our financial strategy and transform operations. The Financial Controller will lead CIPFA's technical accounting, treasury, tax and financial reporting activities across the organisation and its trading subsidiary. This is a broad and hands-on role with responsibility for statutory reporting, year-end and audit management, treasury oversight and the charity's tax environment. You will ensure CIPFA maintains robust financial controls and compliance with charity accounting standards while shaping wider finance initiatives and organisational projects. Working closely with colleagues across the finance team and the wider organisation, you will also provide expertise on complex accounting matters including revenue recognition, grants and fund accounting, and foreign currency activity. CIPFA has successfully implemented a suite of Microsoft systems providing a platform for further operational transformation. The role offers the opportunity to substantially improve reporting and processes to deliver strategic change and enhanced financial governance. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of statutory accounts for the charity, subsidiary and consolidated group. Manage the year-end close process and act as the key point of contact for external auditors. Oversee CIPFA's tax and VAT environment, including compliance, quarterly returns and partial exemption calculations. Manage treasury activities including cash management, investments and foreign currency exposure. Maintain strong financial controls and support improvements to the organisation's control environment. Oversee complex accounting areas including property accounting, grants and revenue recognition. Ensure compliance with SORP FRS102 and other relevant accounting standards. Support the budgeting process and quarterly reforecasts in collaboration with the Finance Business Partner. Work with colleagues to improve financial systems, reporting capability and the chart of accounts structure. Manage internal audits and contribute to wider governance, risk and compliance initiatives. Provide financial training, guidance and documentation across areas of responsibility. What We're Looking For A fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong experience preparing charity and group statutory accounts. Experience managing charity tax and VAT matters, including partial exemption and international sales. Excellent knowledge of accounting standards, particularly SORP FRS102. Experience managing year-end processes and working with external auditors. Strong Excel and analytical skills, with experience improving systems and financial processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with both finance and non-finance colleagues. A proactive and improvement-focused approach to finance operations. Why Join CIPFA? CIPFA offers the opportunity to work in an organisation with a unique and meaningful mission: supporting better financial management across public services worldwide. We pride ourselves on being collaborative, people-focused and forward-looking. Our hybrid working model and compressed four-day week provide flexibility while enabling our teams to deliver impactful work in a supportive environment. You will join a finance team that plays a central role in ensuring CIPFA continues to deliver high-quality services to members, governments and public organisations around the world. How to Apply CIPFA are partnering with Allen Lane on this appointment. To find out more about the role or to discuss your suitability, please contact Iain Slinn at Allen Lane to arrange an informal conversation. Closing deadline: Monday 23rd March 1st stage interview: w/c 30th March 2nd stage interview: w/c 6th April
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
CIPFA Financial Controller Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 Permanent, Full-time (32 hours across 4 days - compressed hours) Hybrid working - typically 2 days a week in the office Office based in Moorgate, London About CIPFA The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) is the world's only professional accountancy body dedicated to public finance. For over a century, we have supported governments, public services and organisations across the UK and internationally to ensure public money is managed effectively and transparently. Our work sits at the heart of public trust. From setting professional standards and providing training to delivering advisory services and research, CIPFA plays a critical role in strengthening financial management across the public sector. Our members work in central and local government, health, housing, and international development, helping ensure that public resources deliver the greatest possible impact. As CIPFA continues to develop its global reach and commercial activities, we are seeking a Financial Controller to help ensure the organisation maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship, governance and reporting. About the Role We're seeking a senior member of the CIPFA Finance management team. Alongside the core deliverables, you'll work with the CFO and Head of Finance to shape our financial strategy and transform operations. The Financial Controller will lead CIPFA's technical accounting, treasury, tax and financial reporting activities across the organisation and its trading subsidiary. This is a broad and hands-on role with responsibility for statutory reporting, year-end and audit management, treasury oversight and the charity's tax environment. You will ensure CIPFA maintains robust financial controls and compliance with charity accounting standards while shaping wider finance initiatives and organisational projects. Working closely with colleagues across the finance team and the wider organisation, you will also provide expertise on complex accounting matters including revenue recognition, grants and fund accounting, and foreign currency activity. CIPFA has successfully implemented a suite of Microsoft systems providing a platform for further operational transformation. The role offers the opportunity to substantially improve reporting and processes to deliver strategic change and enhanced financial governance. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of statutory accounts for the charity, subsidiary and consolidated group. Manage the year-end close process and act as the key point of contact for external auditors. Oversee CIPFA's tax and VAT environment, including compliance, quarterly returns and partial exemption calculations. Manage treasury activities including cash management, investments and foreign currency exposure. Maintain strong financial controls and support improvements to the organisation's control environment. Oversee complex accounting areas including property accounting, grants and revenue recognition. Ensure compliance with SORP FRS102 and other relevant accounting standards. Support the budgeting process and quarterly reforecasts in collaboration with the Finance Business Partner. Work with colleagues to improve financial systems, reporting capability and the chart of accounts structure. Manage internal audits and contribute to wider governance, risk and compliance initiatives. Provide financial training, guidance and documentation across areas of responsibility. What We're Looking For A fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong experience preparing charity and group statutory accounts. Experience managing charity tax and VAT matters, including partial exemption and international sales. Excellent knowledge of accounting standards, particularly SORP FRS102. Experience managing year-end processes and working with external auditors. Strong Excel and analytical skills, with experience improving systems and financial processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with both finance and non-finance colleagues. A proactive and improvement-focused approach to finance operations. Why Join CIPFA? CIPFA offers the opportunity to work in an organisation with a unique and meaningful mission: supporting better financial management across public services worldwide. We pride ourselves on being collaborative, people-focused and forward-looking. Our hybrid working model and compressed four-day week provide flexibility while enabling our teams to deliver impactful work in a supportive environment. You will join a finance team that plays a central role in ensuring CIPFA continues to deliver high-quality services to members, governments and public organisations around the world. How to Apply CIPFA are partnering with Allen Lane on this appointment. To find out more about the role or to discuss your suitability, please contact Iain Slinn at Allen Lane to arrange an informal conversation. Closing deadline: Monday 23rd March 1st stage interview: w/c 30th March 2nd stage interview: w/c 6th April
CIPFA Financial Controller Salary: £60,000 £65,000 Permanent, Full-time (32 hours across 4 days compressed hours) Hybrid working typically 2 days a week in the office Office based in Moorgate, London About CIPFA The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) is the world s only professional accountancy body dedicated to public finance. For over a century, we have supported governments, public services and organisations across the UK and internationally to ensure public money is managed effectively and transparently. Our work sits at the heart of public trust. From setting professional standards and providing training to delivering advisory services and research, CIPFA plays a critical role in strengthening financial management across the public sector. Our members work in central and local government, health, housing, and international development, helping ensure that public resources deliver the greatest possible impact. As CIPFA continues to develop its global reach and commercial activities, we are seeking a Financial Controller to help ensure the organisation maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship, governance and reporting. About the Role We re seeking a senior member of the CIPFA Finance management team. Alongside the core deliverables, you ll work with the CFO and Head of Finance to shape our financial strategy and transform operations. The Financial Controller will lead CIPFA s technical accounting, treasury, tax and financial reporting activities across the organisation and its trading subsidiary. This is a broad and hands-on role with responsibility for statutory reporting, year-end and audit management, treasury oversight and the charity s tax environment. You will ensure CIPFA maintains robust financial controls and compliance with charity accounting standards while shaping wider finance initiatives and organisational projects. Working closely with colleagues across the finance team and the wider organisation, you will also provide expertise on complex accounting matters including revenue recognition, grants and fund accounting, and foreign currency activity. CIPFA has successfully implemented a suite of Microsoft systems providing a platform for further operational transformation. The role offers the opportunity to substantially improve reporting and processes to deliver strategic change and enhanced financial governance. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of statutory accounts for the charity, subsidiary and consolidated group. Manage the year-end close process and act as the key point of contact for external auditors. Oversee CIPFA s tax and VAT environment, including compliance, quarterly returns and partial exemption calculations. Manage treasury activities including cash management, investments and foreign currency exposure. Maintain strong financial controls and support improvements to the organisation s control environment. Oversee complex accounting areas including property accounting, grants and revenue recognition. Ensure compliance with SORP FRS102 and other relevant accounting standards. Support the budgeting process and quarterly reforecasts in collaboration with the Finance Business Partner. Work with colleagues to improve financial systems, reporting capability and the chart of accounts structure. Manage internal audits and contribute to wider governance, risk and compliance initiatives. Provide financial training, guidance and documentation across areas of responsibility. What We re Looking For A fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong experience preparing charity and group statutory accounts. Experience managing charity tax and VAT matters, including partial exemption and international sales. Excellent knowledge of accounting standards, particularly SORP FRS102. Experience managing year-end processes and working with external auditors. Strong Excel and analytical skills, with experience improving systems and financial processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with both finance and non-finance colleagues. A proactive and improvement-focused approach to finance operations. Why Join CIPFA? CIPFA offers the opportunity to work in an organisation with a unique and meaningful mission: supporting better financial management across public services worldwide. We pride ourselves on being collaborative, people-focused and forward-looking. Our hybrid working model and compressed four-day week provide flexibility while enabling our teams to deliver impactful work in a supportive environment. You will join a finance team that plays a central role in ensuring CIPFA continues to deliver high-quality services to members, governments and public organisations around the world. How to Apply CIPFA are partnering with Allen Lane on this appointment. To find out more about the role or to discuss your suitability, please contact Iain Slinn at Allen Lane to arrange an informal conversation. Closing deadline: Monday 23rd March 1st stage interview: w/c 30th March 2nd stage interview: w/c 6th April
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
CIPFA Financial Controller Salary: £60,000 £65,000 Permanent, Full-time (32 hours across 4 days compressed hours) Hybrid working typically 2 days a week in the office Office based in Moorgate, London About CIPFA The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) is the world s only professional accountancy body dedicated to public finance. For over a century, we have supported governments, public services and organisations across the UK and internationally to ensure public money is managed effectively and transparently. Our work sits at the heart of public trust. From setting professional standards and providing training to delivering advisory services and research, CIPFA plays a critical role in strengthening financial management across the public sector. Our members work in central and local government, health, housing, and international development, helping ensure that public resources deliver the greatest possible impact. As CIPFA continues to develop its global reach and commercial activities, we are seeking a Financial Controller to help ensure the organisation maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship, governance and reporting. About the Role We re seeking a senior member of the CIPFA Finance management team. Alongside the core deliverables, you ll work with the CFO and Head of Finance to shape our financial strategy and transform operations. The Financial Controller will lead CIPFA s technical accounting, treasury, tax and financial reporting activities across the organisation and its trading subsidiary. This is a broad and hands-on role with responsibility for statutory reporting, year-end and audit management, treasury oversight and the charity s tax environment. You will ensure CIPFA maintains robust financial controls and compliance with charity accounting standards while shaping wider finance initiatives and organisational projects. Working closely with colleagues across the finance team and the wider organisation, you will also provide expertise on complex accounting matters including revenue recognition, grants and fund accounting, and foreign currency activity. CIPFA has successfully implemented a suite of Microsoft systems providing a platform for further operational transformation. The role offers the opportunity to substantially improve reporting and processes to deliver strategic change and enhanced financial governance. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of statutory accounts for the charity, subsidiary and consolidated group. Manage the year-end close process and act as the key point of contact for external auditors. Oversee CIPFA s tax and VAT environment, including compliance, quarterly returns and partial exemption calculations. Manage treasury activities including cash management, investments and foreign currency exposure. Maintain strong financial controls and support improvements to the organisation s control environment. Oversee complex accounting areas including property accounting, grants and revenue recognition. Ensure compliance with SORP FRS102 and other relevant accounting standards. Support the budgeting process and quarterly reforecasts in collaboration with the Finance Business Partner. Work with colleagues to improve financial systems, reporting capability and the chart of accounts structure. Manage internal audits and contribute to wider governance, risk and compliance initiatives. Provide financial training, guidance and documentation across areas of responsibility. What We re Looking For A fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong experience preparing charity and group statutory accounts. Experience managing charity tax and VAT matters, including partial exemption and international sales. Excellent knowledge of accounting standards, particularly SORP FRS102. Experience managing year-end processes and working with external auditors. Strong Excel and analytical skills, with experience improving systems and financial processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with both finance and non-finance colleagues. A proactive and improvement-focused approach to finance operations. Why Join CIPFA? CIPFA offers the opportunity to work in an organisation with a unique and meaningful mission: supporting better financial management across public services worldwide. We pride ourselves on being collaborative, people-focused and forward-looking. Our hybrid working model and compressed four-day week provide flexibility while enabling our teams to deliver impactful work in a supportive environment. You will join a finance team that plays a central role in ensuring CIPFA continues to deliver high-quality services to members, governments and public organisations around the world. How to Apply CIPFA are partnering with Allen Lane on this appointment. To find out more about the role or to discuss your suitability, please contact Iain Slinn at Allen Lane to arrange an informal conversation. Closing deadline: Monday 23rd March 1st stage interview: w/c 30th March 2nd stage interview: w/c 6th April
A high-growth SaaS business, backed by one of Europe's most respected PE firms, is scaling fast and needs a Group Financial Controller to help lead the charge. Cross-border reporting, ERP implementation, M&A exposure and direct CFO partnership. A genuine career-defining opportunity to have a real impact with a fantastic business. GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Leading PE-Backed Technology Business London £90,000-£100,000 PE-Backed SaaS High-Growth Global This is a rare opportunity to join one of the most exciting PE-backed technology businesses in London at a pivotal moment in its growth story. Our client is a high-growth SaaS business, backed by one of Europe's most respected private equity firms with a clear mandate to scale. With institutional grade backing and an ambitious growth agenda, this is a business genuinely built for what comes next. They are now looking for a commercially sharp, technically strong Group Financial Controller to sit at the heart of their finance function. The Role Reporting directly to the CFO, the Group Financial Controller will own end-to-end financial operations across the business's UK and international entities. This is a high-visibility, hands-on leadership role with significant exposure to Private Equity stakeholders, M&A activity and board-level reporting. Key Responsibilities Lead and continuously improve the monthly and year-end close processes, delivering accurate, timely group reporting and consolidated management accounts Own cross-border reporting across UK, US and European entities including navigating US state tax complexity and international compliance obligations Spearhead the migration from to a more fit for purpose ERP, leading the project from decision through to execution and embedding best-practice processes Lead revenue recognition, deferred income and SaaS contract accounting in line with IFRS/UK GAAP Support M&A and investment activity including financial due diligence on buy-side and sell-side transactions, and post-acquisition integration Own cash-flow forecasting, treasury management and PE investor/covenant reporting Manage statutory filings, audit preparation, corporate tax, R&D tax claims and VAT compliance across all entities Partner with FP&A to deliver board packs, investor reporting and commercial insight to support the business's continued expansion Drive stakeholder relationships with the CFO, Board, PE investors, auditors and banking partners What We Are Looking For Background in a PE-backed technology business, ideally SaaS or recurring-revenue with a strong understanding of what operating under Private Equity ownership demands Cross-border reporting experience, specifically including US entities and the complexity of multi-state tax reporting Hands-on involvement in a systems implementation ERP migration or equivalent, with the ability to lead and own the process end-to-end Demonstrable experience supporting M&A and financial due diligence activity, whether buy-side, sell-side or both Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with approximately 5-10 years' post-qualification experience Strong technical accounting skills across IFRS/UK GAAP, group consolidations, audit and compliance A hands-on, proactive approach - this is a role for a doer as much as a leader The Package A highly competitive package is on offer, commensurate with the seniority of the role. Full details will be discussed at application stage. Interested? Let's Talk. To find out more or to apply in confide n ce, please contact Liam Stubbs at Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
A high-growth SaaS business, backed by one of Europe's most respected PE firms, is scaling fast and needs a Group Financial Controller to help lead the charge. Cross-border reporting, ERP implementation, M&A exposure and direct CFO partnership. A genuine career-defining opportunity to have a real impact with a fantastic business. GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Leading PE-Backed Technology Business London £90,000-£100,000 PE-Backed SaaS High-Growth Global This is a rare opportunity to join one of the most exciting PE-backed technology businesses in London at a pivotal moment in its growth story. Our client is a high-growth SaaS business, backed by one of Europe's most respected private equity firms with a clear mandate to scale. With institutional grade backing and an ambitious growth agenda, this is a business genuinely built for what comes next. They are now looking for a commercially sharp, technically strong Group Financial Controller to sit at the heart of their finance function. The Role Reporting directly to the CFO, the Group Financial Controller will own end-to-end financial operations across the business's UK and international entities. This is a high-visibility, hands-on leadership role with significant exposure to Private Equity stakeholders, M&A activity and board-level reporting. Key Responsibilities Lead and continuously improve the monthly and year-end close processes, delivering accurate, timely group reporting and consolidated management accounts Own cross-border reporting across UK, US and European entities including navigating US state tax complexity and international compliance obligations Spearhead the migration from to a more fit for purpose ERP, leading the project from decision through to execution and embedding best-practice processes Lead revenue recognition, deferred income and SaaS contract accounting in line with IFRS/UK GAAP Support M&A and investment activity including financial due diligence on buy-side and sell-side transactions, and post-acquisition integration Own cash-flow forecasting, treasury management and PE investor/covenant reporting Manage statutory filings, audit preparation, corporate tax, R&D tax claims and VAT compliance across all entities Partner with FP&A to deliver board packs, investor reporting and commercial insight to support the business's continued expansion Drive stakeholder relationships with the CFO, Board, PE investors, auditors and banking partners What We Are Looking For Background in a PE-backed technology business, ideally SaaS or recurring-revenue with a strong understanding of what operating under Private Equity ownership demands Cross-border reporting experience, specifically including US entities and the complexity of multi-state tax reporting Hands-on involvement in a systems implementation ERP migration or equivalent, with the ability to lead and own the process end-to-end Demonstrable experience supporting M&A and financial due diligence activity, whether buy-side, sell-side or both Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with approximately 5-10 years' post-qualification experience Strong technical accounting skills across IFRS/UK GAAP, group consolidations, audit and compliance A hands-on, proactive approach - this is a role for a doer as much as a leader The Package A highly competitive package is on offer, commensurate with the seniority of the role. Full details will be discussed at application stage. Interested? Let's Talk. To find out more or to apply in confide n ce, please contact Liam Stubbs at Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Finance Manager Contract Type: 3-Month FTC (Strong Potential to Go Permanent) Location: London (Hybrid - minimum 3 days per week in office) Salary: Competitive Reed Finance are seeking on behalf of an international construction client, a technically strong recently qualified Accountant to join their finance team in a Finance Manager role on an initial contract basis. This role is crucial for supporting a critical period that includes the completion of the 2025 Group Audit and strengthening month-end and compliance processes. This would be a perfect role for an audit/practice trained Accountant who is immediately available, recently qualified and wants to explore temp to permanent roles. Day-to-day of the role: Group Audit & Year-End: Lead and coordinate the 2025 Group Audit. Manage auditor relationships and audit deliverables. Prepare technical accounting papers and resolve audit queries efficiently. Month-End & Financial Control: Ensure balance sheet integrity across all entities. Review and post key journals, manage fixed assets, leases, loans, and intercompany accounting. Support Accounts Payable where required and drive month-end process improvements. Technical Accounting: Manage Capex and fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, and transfers. Oversee revenue recognition in complex project environments. International Compliance: Coordinate statutory and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions Systems & Process: Utilise NetSuite to improve reporting accuracy and balance sheet transparency. Strengthen controls in a fast-moving project-based environment. Required Skills & Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified (or equivalent). Strong background in audit or technical accounting. Experience managing group audits and working in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment. Proficient in balance sheet control and comfortable in a project-based/construction-style environment. Hands-on and detail oriented. Highly desirable: Experience with NetSuite, construction or contract-based revenue recognition, and exposure to international group structures. Benefits: Immediate impact and ownership in a highly commercial, project-driven environment. Exposure to international operations. Strong potential for the role to become permanent. To apply for this Finance Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Mar 07, 2026
Contractor
Finance Manager Contract Type: 3-Month FTC (Strong Potential to Go Permanent) Location: London (Hybrid - minimum 3 days per week in office) Salary: Competitive Reed Finance are seeking on behalf of an international construction client, a technically strong recently qualified Accountant to join their finance team in a Finance Manager role on an initial contract basis. This role is crucial for supporting a critical period that includes the completion of the 2025 Group Audit and strengthening month-end and compliance processes. This would be a perfect role for an audit/practice trained Accountant who is immediately available, recently qualified and wants to explore temp to permanent roles. Day-to-day of the role: Group Audit & Year-End: Lead and coordinate the 2025 Group Audit. Manage auditor relationships and audit deliverables. Prepare technical accounting papers and resolve audit queries efficiently. Month-End & Financial Control: Ensure balance sheet integrity across all entities. Review and post key journals, manage fixed assets, leases, loans, and intercompany accounting. Support Accounts Payable where required and drive month-end process improvements. Technical Accounting: Manage Capex and fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, and transfers. Oversee revenue recognition in complex project environments. International Compliance: Coordinate statutory and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions Systems & Process: Utilise NetSuite to improve reporting accuracy and balance sheet transparency. Strengthen controls in a fast-moving project-based environment. Required Skills & Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified (or equivalent). Strong background in audit or technical accounting. Experience managing group audits and working in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment. Proficient in balance sheet control and comfortable in a project-based/construction-style environment. Hands-on and detail oriented. Highly desirable: Experience with NetSuite, construction or contract-based revenue recognition, and exposure to international group structures. Benefits: Immediate impact and ownership in a highly commercial, project-driven environment. Exposure to international operations. Strong potential for the role to become permanent. To apply for this Finance Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Finance Manager Location: Remote (preferred locations Northamptonshire/ Milton Keynes) Hours: 25 hours per week (negotiable) Salary: £45,000 pa, depending on experience Join a growing team making a real impact At Impact HR, and across our associated group companies, we are continuing to scale our operations and support to our client base. To support this growth, we are recruiting for a Finance Manager who will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls and clear financial visibility for leadership. This is a part-time role suited to an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a growing SME environment and is comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy. Why this role matters As the business grows, maintaining accurate financial reporting, disciplined financial processes and clear insight into performance becomes increasingly important. This role ensures the business maintains: Reliable financial reporting Strong financial control and compliance Clear insight into revenue, costs and profitability Effective management of invoicing, payments and cashflow The Finance Manager will play an important role in supporting business leaders with financial information that enables informed decision-making. What you will be doing You will be responsible for the effective running of the finance function reporting Group Management Accountant. This role oversees all core financial processes including management accounts, invoicing, reconciliations and statutory reporting. Your day to day will include: Financial operations Manage the core finance function including accounts receivable, accounts payable and financial administration. Weekly responsibilities include: Chasing overdue invoices and resolving client invoice queries Processing and approving supplier invoices Reconciling bank account transactions Monitoring the finance mailbox and responding to finance queries Maintaining and reviewing the fixed asset register Management accounts and reporting Prepare accurate and timely financial reporting to support leadership decision-making. Monthly responsibilities include: Preparation of monthly management accounts Posting accruals, prepayments, depreciation and journals Preparing payroll journals Reviewing sales invoicing and deferred income recognition Completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations Producing management reports for operational and commercial teams Financial planning and forecasting Support longer-term financial planning and performance monitoring. Responsibilities include: Support the Group Management Accountant with financial forecasting and budgeting Monitor entity-level financial performance against budget Provide operational commentary on performance variances Financial control and compliance Ensure financial processes remain accurate, compliant and well controlled. Responsibilities include: Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns Calculation of quarterly bonus payments Supporting year-end processes and statutory accounts preparation Liaising with external accountants regarding statutory reporting and corporation tax Supporting the wider business Work closely with internal colleagues to ensure financial processes operate efficiently and support operational activity. Responsibilities include: Supporting expense processing and payment where required Supporting improvements to financial systems and reporting processes Working within the group finance structure The Finance Manager operates as part of the wider group finance function, ensuring entity-level financial reporting aligns with group reporting standards and timelines. What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months) Accurate and timely monthly management accounts Clear financial visibility for leadership Effective management of invoicing and payments Reliable and compliant financial reporting processes Well maintained financial records and reconciliations About You You are an experienced finance professional who enjoys working within a growing SME environment and is comfortable managing the finance function independently. You bring strong technical accounting capability alongside the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. You are organised, pragmatic and able to manage your workload effectively within a part-time role. You will likely bring: 3+ years experience managing a finance function within an SME Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT) Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience Experience of using Xero Strong Excel skills (including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs) Experience communicating financial information to non-finance stakeholders Accuracy and attention to detail Excellent prioritising and time management skills Proficiency with MS 365 Experience with CRMs A solutions-focused, commercially aware mindset Application of data protection and confidentiality What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits Flexible working Supportive, values-led team culture Progression pathways and professional development Ready to shape the future of hr with Impact? We are looking for an experienced finance professional who wants to play an important role in supporting the financial health and performance of a growing consultancy. This role is about more than simply producing accounts. It is about maintaining strong financial discipline, ensuring accurate and reliable reporting, and providing clear financial insight that supports better decision-making across the business. If you enjoy working in a flexible, collaborative environment and want the opportunity to apply your financial expertise within a growing professional services organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Location: Remote (preferred locations Northamptonshire/ Milton Keynes) Hours: 25 hours per week (negotiable) Salary: £45,000 pa, depending on experience Join a growing team making a real impact At Impact HR, and across our associated group companies, we are continuing to scale our operations and support to our client base. To support this growth, we are recruiting for a Finance Manager who will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls and clear financial visibility for leadership. This is a part-time role suited to an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a growing SME environment and is comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy. Why this role matters As the business grows, maintaining accurate financial reporting, disciplined financial processes and clear insight into performance becomes increasingly important. This role ensures the business maintains: Reliable financial reporting Strong financial control and compliance Clear insight into revenue, costs and profitability Effective management of invoicing, payments and cashflow The Finance Manager will play an important role in supporting business leaders with financial information that enables informed decision-making. What you will be doing You will be responsible for the effective running of the finance function reporting Group Management Accountant. This role oversees all core financial processes including management accounts, invoicing, reconciliations and statutory reporting. Your day to day will include: Financial operations Manage the core finance function including accounts receivable, accounts payable and financial administration. Weekly responsibilities include: Chasing overdue invoices and resolving client invoice queries Processing and approving supplier invoices Reconciling bank account transactions Monitoring the finance mailbox and responding to finance queries Maintaining and reviewing the fixed asset register Management accounts and reporting Prepare accurate and timely financial reporting to support leadership decision-making. Monthly responsibilities include: Preparation of monthly management accounts Posting accruals, prepayments, depreciation and journals Preparing payroll journals Reviewing sales invoicing and deferred income recognition Completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations Producing management reports for operational and commercial teams Financial planning and forecasting Support longer-term financial planning and performance monitoring. Responsibilities include: Support the Group Management Accountant with financial forecasting and budgeting Monitor entity-level financial performance against budget Provide operational commentary on performance variances Financial control and compliance Ensure financial processes remain accurate, compliant and well controlled. Responsibilities include: Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns Calculation of quarterly bonus payments Supporting year-end processes and statutory accounts preparation Liaising with external accountants regarding statutory reporting and corporation tax Supporting the wider business Work closely with internal colleagues to ensure financial processes operate efficiently and support operational activity. Responsibilities include: Supporting expense processing and payment where required Supporting improvements to financial systems and reporting processes Working within the group finance structure The Finance Manager operates as part of the wider group finance function, ensuring entity-level financial reporting aligns with group reporting standards and timelines. What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months) Accurate and timely monthly management accounts Clear financial visibility for leadership Effective management of invoicing and payments Reliable and compliant financial reporting processes Well maintained financial records and reconciliations About You You are an experienced finance professional who enjoys working within a growing SME environment and is comfortable managing the finance function independently. You bring strong technical accounting capability alongside the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. You are organised, pragmatic and able to manage your workload effectively within a part-time role. You will likely bring: 3+ years experience managing a finance function within an SME Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT) Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience Experience of using Xero Strong Excel skills (including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs) Experience communicating financial information to non-finance stakeholders Accuracy and attention to detail Excellent prioritising and time management skills Proficiency with MS 365 Experience with CRMs A solutions-focused, commercially aware mindset Application of data protection and confidentiality What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits Flexible working Supportive, values-led team culture Progression pathways and professional development Ready to shape the future of hr with Impact? We are looking for an experienced finance professional who wants to play an important role in supporting the financial health and performance of a growing consultancy. This role is about more than simply producing accounts. It is about maintaining strong financial discipline, ensuring accurate and reliable reporting, and providing clear financial insight that supports better decision-making across the business. If you enjoy working in a flexible, collaborative environment and want the opportunity to apply your financial expertise within a growing professional services organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Your new company A global tech group is looking for a Technical Accountant to join its high-performing Group Finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with real ownership, acting as the in-house expert on revenue recognition and supporting wider group reporting across a complex international organisation click apply for full job details
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Your new company A global tech group is looking for a Technical Accountant to join its high-performing Group Finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with real ownership, acting as the in-house expert on revenue recognition and supporting wider group reporting across a complex international organisation click apply for full job details
