Finance Manager

Harper May is working with a financial services business that is seeking a Finance Manager to strengthen its finance function. The organisation operates within a regulated environment and is focused on maintaining strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and effective financial management to support ongoing business performance.

The Role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Finance Manager will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining balance sheet integrity, and supporting the month-end and year-end close processes. This is a hands-on position within a structured finance environment, with a strong focus on controls, governance, and high-quality financial information.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedulesPerform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and ensure ledger accuracyPost and review journals, including accruals and prepaymentsSupport budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with reported resultsDeliver variance analysis and provide insight into financial performanceSupport financial modelling to assist business planning and decision-makingWork across multiple entities, ensuring consistency and accuracy in financial reportingAssist with audit preparation and ensure audit-ready documentation is maintainedSupport statutory reporting and year-end financial processesMonitor financial data to identify trends, risks, and areas for improvementMaintain strong financial controls and support compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirementsContribute to process improvements, including automation and enhancements to reporting workflowsWork closely with the Financial Controller to ensure timely and accurate reporting

Candidate Profile

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifiedStrong experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end processesGood understanding of accounting standards, governance, and audit requirementsExperience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysisBackground within financial services or a regulated environment is advantageousStrong analytical skills with high attention to detailAdvanced Excel skills and strong data handling capabilityAble to work effectively within a structured, control-focused finance functionConfident communicator with the ability to support senior stakeholders