Finance Manager

Up to £85k + benefits

London (4+ days in office)

Partner Financial is working with a high-performing, independent Corporate Finance Advisory firm operating at the heart of mid-market transactions across Financial Services, Professional Services, and Technology. Known for its relationship-led approach and delivery on complex, high-value deals, the firm offers a collaborative, partnership-driven environment where individuals are genuinely empowered to make an impact.

As the business continues to scale and evolve, they are looking to appoint a Finance Manager into a pivotal, high-visibility role. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, this position offers a rare blend of core financial management, operational oversight, and involvement in strategic initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, qualified accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to take ownership, drive change, and play a key role in the firm’s next phase of growth.

Key responsibilities:

• Owning the month-end close process, including preparation of journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Producing monthly management accounts and delivering insightful reporting packs for senior stakeholders and partners.
• Coordinating the annual audit process and acting as the primary contact for external auditors.
• Managing VAT returns, corporation tax reporting and statutory filings, liaising with external tax advisers where required.
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and broader financial planning processes.
• Contributing to strategic and ad hoc projects, including international expansion and regulatory initiatives.
• Acting as the primary contact for external IT providers and supporting firmwide technology initiatives, including system implementations and AI adoption.
• Driving utilisation and optimisation of CRM systems and other operational tools.

The candidate:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent), ideally trained within practice.
• Strong technical expertise across financial reporting and audit.
• Proactive and adaptable, with the ability to operate effectively across finance, operations and technology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels.
• Intellectually curious, with a positive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable engaging with systems, automation and emerging technologies to drive efficiency and improvement.

We will be contacting candidates with the closest match to the client’s selection criteria to arrange an initial meeting. If you have not heard from us, thank you for your interest but please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. If you would like to have a confidential discussion about your current situation then please feel free to give us a call to discuss.