Finance Manager

FINANCE MANAGER
A fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and detail‑driven Finance Manager to join a respected professional services firm working across the UK and UAE. This role is ideal for an ambitious finance professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, values‑led environment. Working closely with an experienced Finance Director and the wider operational team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth financial running of a business dedicated to societal impact. This position suits someone proactive, analytical, and confident juggling competing priorities while building strong relationships across teams, clients, and candidates.
  
FINANCE MANAGER ROLE:
Supporting UK and UAE operations, you will take ownership of core financial processes, drive continuous improvement, and provide meaningful insight to support commercial decision‑making.
Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Overseeing and managing the full accounts payable process, including supplier invoices, payment runs, and reconciliations
• Managing accounts receivable, including invoicing, credit control, and debt collection
• Maintaining accurate ledgers and resolving any invoice or payment queries promptly
• Monitoring aged debtors and creditors and taking appropriate follow‑up action

Financial Reporting & Controls

• Preparing monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet and cashflow
• Performing balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring accuracy across all ledgers
• Maintaining and improving financial controls, policies, and procedures
• Supporting year‑end accounts preparation and liaising with external accountants and auditors
• Supporting cashflow forecasting and monitoring working capital
• Assisting with budgeting and reforecasting cycles
• Providing financial insight to guide operational and commercial decisions
• Conducting ad hoc financial analysis as required

Compliance & Administration

• Managing VAT returns and ensuring timely HMRC submissions
• Supporting payroll processing
• Ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards and statutory requirements
• Contributing to broader business projects, process improvements, and AQ‑wide initiatives

  
FINANCE MANAGER ESSENTIALS:
Qualifications & Experience

• AAT qualified or part‑qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA
• Strong experience using Xero (absolute requirement)
• Hubdoc experience an advantage
• Background in recruitment, executive search or consultancy beneficial

Skills & Abilities

• Strong and effective communicator, able to build credibility internally and externally
• High degree of technical accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent organisation skills, able to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
• Resilient and calm under pressure, with the ability to deliver at pace
• Confident working autonomously with minimal supervision
• Proactive, “can‑do” attitude with the ability to engage at all levels

Personal Attributes

• Strong alignment with values of integrity, authenticity, inclusivity, accountability and supportiveness
• Collegiate and approachable, with a genuine interest in mission‑driven work
• Outcome‑focused and committed to continuous improvement
• Inclusive team player who contributes positively to organisational culture

FINANCE MANAGER BENEFITS

• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave

If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply today by submitting your CV to us. Please note that due to the high volume of applications that we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. For information on how we process personal information, please refer to our website: How We Use Your Personal Information.

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