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Finance Manager

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 70,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southampton

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Finance Manager, Southampton, £70 – 80k

A pioneering technology business operating at the forefront of their field is seeking a Finance Manager to take ownership of financial reporting, entity control, and statutory compliance across a portfolio of international entities. We’re seeking a high‑calibre finance professional who thrives in a fast‑moving, mission‑driven environment to help establish a future fit finance function as they build their internal team.

The Role

The Finance Manager will play a key role in strengthening the finance operating model, ensuring robust entity‑level control, and delivering high‑quality reporting. You will partner closely with operational teams, lead audits, manage cashflow, and support the development of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Entity Close & Reporting

Lead month‑end close for assigned entities, including journals, accruals, reconciliations, and analytical review.
Produce monthly reporting packs with clear commentary and present results to senior stakeholders.
Maintain strong balance sheet integrity and ensure consistent application of accounting policies.
Statutory Compliance & Audit

Manage statutory audits, filings, and local compliance requirements.
Prepare or oversee statutory accounts and ensure high‑quality disclosures.
Liaise with tax, payroll, and external advisors as required.
Cashflow Management

Prepare and maintain entity‑level cashflow forecasts.
Partner with Treasury on funding, intercompany activity, and payment prioritisation.
Provide variance analysis and insight into working capital movements.
Stakeholder Engagement

Build strong relationships with operational leaders across the business.
Translate operational activity into clear financial narratives and KPIs.
Drive improvements in financial discipline, coding accuracy, and documentation.
Continuous Improvement

Support finance transformation initiatives, including process standardisation and automation.
About you:

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with experience previously gained within an Audit environment.
Strong background in entity / group accounting, month‑end close, and statutory audit.
Confident working with operational stakeholders and presenting financial results.
Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience preferred.
Proactive, organised, and comfortable working in an evolving environment where processes and controls are needed as they shape their finance function.
A team player with a desire to grow professionally in a dynamic, purpose‑driven business.
What You Can Expect

A business that is ambitious and committed to doing things differently where opportunities for growth are significant. The company celebrates individuality, encourages innovation, and values curiosity, humility, collaboration, and accountability.

For more information of this superb opportunity to join a growing finance function, please apply.

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