This role offers a qualified accountant the chance to independently manage core finance functions within a scaling professional services firm. You will oversee general ledger, payroll, tax compliance, and month-end processes, ensuring financial accuracy and control. This is a pivotal position for someone ready to drive financial operations and contribute to a growing business.
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Finance Principal (Finance Manager) at dynamic professional services firm
Are you a qualified Finance Principal (Finance Manager) eager to own the finance function within a rapidly scaling professional services firm? This London-based role offers a unique opportunity to independently manage critical financial operations, from general ledger to payroll and tax compliance. If you're proactive, process-driven, and ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you.
Overview
Role overview
Company
About the company
Dynamic professional services firm
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accurate journal entries and reconciliations.
- Support comprehensive month-end and year-end processes, including accruals and financial reporting.
- Manage UK payroll, calculate quarterly sales commissions, and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA) with in-practice training at a mid-tier accountancy firm.
- Proficient in Excel / G-Sheets and experienced with cloud-based accounting systems.
- Solid understanding of UK payroll, VAT, and statutory finance requirements, with strong technical knowledge of management accounting.
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Opportunity to manage a broad finance remit independently and take full ownership of key financial processes.
- Join a dynamic professional services firm experiencing strong growth and backed by its market position.
- Lead and mentor an offshore accounts assistant, contributing to team development and operational efficiency.
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