Finance Manager

City of London

Hybrid (3/2 split)

Permanent or Contract

£55,000 - £65,000

cer Financial are working alongside a global product company, who are based in the City of London. They are seeking a Finance Manager.

The responsibilities of the Finance Manager will include:

1. Produce and review accurate month-end management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and group reporting.
2. Prepare consolidated reports, intercompany reconciliations, MI packs, and board reporting.
3. Manage rolling cash flow forecasts (6, 13, and 22 weeks) and authorise weekly payment runs.
4. Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring effective cash collection and payment processes.
5. Analyse sales, budgets, KPIs, and financial performance, providing reports and commentary.
6. Manage royalty reporting, payments, and reconciliations.
7. Ensure VAT returns, tax reporting, and statutory deadlines are met.
8. Support forecasting, budgeting, year-end accounts, process improvements, and finance system enhancements.
9. Liaise with internal teams and external accountants to improve financial performance and controls.

The successful candidate will have:

1. Experience producing management accounts, consolidations, and financial reporting.
2. Strong cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis skills.
3. Experience managing AP/AR and overseeing transactional finance.
4. Knowledge of VAT, tax reporting, and year-end processes.
5. Experience with royalty accounting, foreign currency, and multi-company environments.
6. Manufacturing industry experience and understanding of US sales tax (desirable).