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Finance Manager - First Time Mover

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to join a global branding company with offices around Europe and North America. This role offers a salary range of £45,000 - £50,000 and is based in Manchester. The company is known for its creative excellence, global impact, collaborative culture, end-to-end innovation and career growth opportunities. They are looking for visionaries, storytellers and problem-solvers who thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

  • Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with leading brands
  • Chance to be part of a dynamic, diverse and passionate team
  • Scope for skill development and growth with industry leaders


What you'll do:

As a Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing financial operations within the organisation. Your responsibilities will include coordinating the month-end close & balance sheet reconciliation process across the UK business. You will also be involved in preparing the annual budget and strategic plan while ensuring compliance with group revenue recognition and SOX compliance policies. Additionally, you will manage a small team ensuring they are well motivated and delivering to a high standard.

  • Manage and coordinate the month-end close & Balance Sheet reconciliation process across the UK business
  • Business Partnering for the finance function providing relevant information, reporting and analysis to department heads and the senior leadership team
  • Preparing the annual budget and strategic plan
  • Support the preparation and submission of annual budgets and monthly rolling forecast
  • Ensure compliance with group revenue recognition and SOX compliance policies
  • Work with Global Business Support teams to ensure efficient payments and credit control
  • Managing a team of 2 – ensuring the team are well motivated, delivering to a high standard

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Finance Manager position is an ACA qualified accountant with strong analytical skills including proficiency in Excel. You should have the ability to manage teamwork load effectively while balancing multiple projects to ensure deadlines are met. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential as you will be maintaining relationships across various senior stakeholders and business areas.

  • ACA Qualified Accountant
  • Confidence in maintaining relationships across various senior stakeholders and business areas
  • Ability to manage teamwork load effectively and balance projects ensuring deadlines are achieved
  • Strong analytical skills including Excel proficiency
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

What sets this company apart:

This company is not just any branding company; it's a global powerhouse that defines labels through innovative strategies and visually stunning solutions. They offer an environment where creativity thrives alongside collaboration. With high-profile projects from leading brands under their belt, they provide an unparalleled platform for professional growth. Their commitment to end-to-end innovation means that everything is done in-house, offering employees a unique opportunity to be involved in every step of the process.

What's next:

Ready to make your mark in a global design agency? Apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Finance Manager

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum + bonus

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Manchester

Job Reference: JHUE31-8336A519

Date posted: 3 March 2025

Consultant: Jake Bain

Phone number:

jake.bain@robertwalters.com

Jake Bain

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