The finance team are now seeking a talented Senior Assistant Finance Manager to join the team. Location: Our Westfield office in London. Reporting into: Senior Finance Manager.
Responsibilities
Manage and develop a team of Accounts Assistants, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback; prepare statutory accounts for multiple entities and manage the year-end audit process, supported by the Senior Finance Manager; recommend and implement process improvements and innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy; provide financial analysis and insights to support business decisions; collaborate with financial and non-financial teams to ensure clear communication and alignment; support journal postings, reporting activities, and timely processing of month-end journals; maintain strong accounting controls to ensure compliance with PCAOB standards and relevant accounting regulations; assist in preparing the monthly management pack and related financial reports; participate in ad hoc finance projects and coordinate with external tax and accounting providers; develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the company's operations and how other departments impact financial performance
Requirements
SOX experience; strong technical accounting knowledge; ability to be flexible in a changing environment and work to strict deadlines; advanced Excel skills; highly organised with excellent attention to detail and accuracy; strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business; project management skills with the ability to handle high volumes of requests; driven, proactive, and eager to progress; experience in Audit and Assurance; Big Four background; qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA
Nice to have
knowledge of Dynamics 365
Benefits
pension contributed to by both employee and company; portal with discounts on items such as theme park and cinema tickets; staff discount and exclusive staff sales; private healthcare; flexible working (4 days per week in the office, 1 day from home); fun and caring team environment