Finance Manager London/Hybrid Odgers Berndtson Executive Search

Finance Manager London/Hybrid Odgers Berndtson Executive Search About the role Finance Manager London/Hybrid Odgers Berndtson Executive Search Click here to download the full brief About the role In collaboration with the Group Financial Controller, the Finance Manager will oversee the finance operations in both the UK and the USA. They will report to and provide substantial support to the Group Financial Controller, while directly managing a team of six. The UK-based finance team is fully responsible for the financial management of the UK business and has recently assumed control of the US operations. Responsibilities Line management responsibility for a team of 6 Finance Operations Day-to-day support for the larger finance team Responsibility for the preparation of monthly management accounts Liaising with overseas finance functions Consolidation of overseas businesses Support annual budget and forecasting Working closely with the management accountant to review and analyse variances in the budget Annual audit and preparation of year-end files for Auditors Preparation of Annual Statutory accounts for UK companies Treasury, bank payments review and authorisation Liaison with Tax advisors Oversee preparation of VAT returns and other statutory filings Balance sheet reconciliations and investigation Ensure correct treatment of LLP/Partnership transactions Support the UK Finance Director and team where required Liaising with and supporting the heads of practices (divisions) About you Knowledge A Qualified accountant with demonstrable experience as a Finance Manager, preferably with experience working in both UK and overseas trading entities. Detail knowledge of accounting frameworks and management and statutory accounting Experience with SUN accounting systems or similar accounting software. Skills Exceptional numerical skills Stakeholder management and relationship-building skills Communication skills, both written and verbal Problem-solving skills Collaborative Leadership skills Hands-on and can lead a team by example Ability Analytical Proactive Reliable Trustworthy Able to work at pace Completer finisher Resilient About us Odgers Berndtson is one of the world's leading Global Executive Search firms. Our reputation for excellence and integrity has been established over 50 years and we are a partnership-driven by the client, candidate, and employee experience. We function as trusted advisors to our clients and candidates and engage with a diverse range of leaders for the most influential roles across a wide variety of industries. The service we deliver is creative, insightful, and most importantly, in partnership; we pride ourselves on maintaining personal relationships. At Odgers Berndtson, we are proud of our progressive, diverse, meritocratic, and collaborative culture where you will find support, training and career development working with colleagues striving for excellence in all they do. We are UK headquartered with colleagues across 33 countries specialising in over 50 sectors and functions. For full details of our organisation please visit www.odgersberndtson.com Diversity Equity & Inclusion Odgers Berndtson is committed to continually improving the diversity of our workforce through the attraction, retention, and development of a diverse range of talented people. We want people to be comfortable bringing their whole selves to work and recognise that inclusion brings further opportunities for innovation and creativity. We welcome all new employees to get involved by joining one of our Allies groups or simply being part of one of our many initiatives to help us promote Inclusion in our business. Our Inclusion & Diversity agenda is driven by our I&D Council and our Allies Programmes, and we celebrate our diversity each year with our 'Unlimited Festival'. As an equal opportunities' employer, Odgers Berndtson is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination of any kind. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join our business, and we will support any requirements for reasonable adjustments. To read more about our Inclusion & Diversity agenda please click here Sustainability Modern businesses have a duty to be environmentally responsible and operate sustainably. We believe this represents not only sound commercial sense but recognises our ethical responsibility to minimise the impact of our activities on the environment and to leave a positive legacy for future generations. As a responsible business, we have engaged Carbon Intelligence to assist us in developing a robust decarbonisation strategy for all of our futures. We have committed to, and set, science-based decarbonisation targets, and have applied for verification of these goals from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). To read more about our Decarbonisation targets click here Corporate Social Responsibility We take Charity seriously - but like to have fun too. Our CSR team are always thinking up new events and activities to get involved in and raise funds for our chosen charity British Heart Foundation. We also have a variety of social clubs and learning opportunities to suit everyone such as the Brunch and Learn Session, Odgers choir, the book club or one of the many sports clubs Whats on offer? A competitive base salary, supplemented by our benefits package and discretionary bonus 25 days Annual leave + 3 gift days for the Christmas closure + bank holidays Private Medical Insurance with Bupa and cash plan with Simply Health Group Company Pension Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and shared parental leave Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements £400 work from home allowance Season Ticket Loan & Cycle to work scheme Give As You Earn Group Income Protection Group Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Charity Day Wellbeing Programmes & Mental Health first aiders On-boarding, induction training and ongoing professional development Corporate member discounts and benefits available through Bupa and Simply Health including Gyms Discounts Applications We are committed to ensuring everyone can access our website and application processes. This includes people with sight loss, hearing, mobility and cognitive impairments. 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