Finance and Accounting

Senior Management Accountant, Greater London

Ref: 1314

Basic £58-65,000, Bonus 10%pa & Excellent Benefits

Major lessor, seeking a Qualified Accountant (ACCA or CIMA) with industry specific accounting knowledge. Reporting directly to their Financial Controller, working closely in managing and assisting in the development of the Finance Accounting team. Primarily responsible for ensuring that balance sheet reconciliations are carried out accurately and on a timely basis, with any non-clearing items investigated, cleared and reported. Needing a good understanding of the general ledger. Overseeing the analysis of key p&l line items such as; line-by-line income, termination income, secondary rental income, overheads etc. Posting all journals within the month end deadline. Producing the monthly management accounts. Deliver on allocated projects. Mentor and assess performance of staff, and be able to influence, negotiate and work well within a team environment. 

Finance Manager, Greater London   

Ref: 1224

Basic to £63,000 plus 15% bonus, excellent benefits

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, primarily responsible for the monthly production of management accounts and for the managing and coaching of the Finance team.  A reasonable level of management experience is therefore required. The role also involves overseeing cash and banking responsibilities as well as general balance sheet reconciliation activities. Management of the month end P&L process, with wide Balance Sheet responsibilities. Other functions with include involvement with systems development, mentoring and assessing the performance of staff. Covering for the Financial Controller and Accounts staff as required. Would suit a qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA) with a high degree of industry specific leasing and asset finance accounting knowledge. Must have a strong ability to influence and negotiate with others.  

Financial & Management Accountant, Hampshire  

Ref: 1200

Basic c.£50,000, Annual Bonus & Excellent Benefits

Our client, the leasing division of a well-established Bank, are creating a new role with the individual to act as a dedicated resource in the reporting of the performance of their asset finance portfolio. Reporting into their Group Finance, in preparing management and statutory information for the Asset Finance Board. Lead the execution of accurate and timely completion of the month end processes. Take ownership of the general ledger, ensuring all journals posted are accurate and contain strong supporting documentation. Prepare monthly analytical reviews and prepare month end financial reports. Monitor the daily bank reconciliations, working with the business to ensure unreconciled items are investigated and cleared. Liaise with the Business to deliver annual forecasts. Prepare monthly analytical reviews on actual performance against forecasts, presenting to the Board at quarterly meetings. Assist the business with financial analysis and support the Group’s external audit. Liaise with and assist the business with developing new products, enhancing existing and the development of new systems. Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) very much preferred, but may consider those not qualified but offering considerable lease accounting experience.

Financial Controller, South West London

Ref: 1057

Basic £70,000, Good Bonus, Car Allowance, plus Excellent Benefits

Our client, part of a major European Bank, has a new requirement following an internal promotion. Seeking a qualified accountant with high degree of industry specific technical tax and accounting knowledge. The position reports into their Finance Director and encompasses the oversight of the Finance Department (team of 8) ,as well as providing technical accounting and tax advice to the business. Ensuring that appropriate controls exist  and that they are consistently and correctly applied. There is also a significant level of management and the FC is expected to effectively manage and encourage the development of the Finance staff. Deputising for the FD in his absence. Responsibilities also includes managing monthly reviews of the Balance Sheet and reconciliations, providing aged trending statistics, undertaking yearly compliance audits of vendors/introducers, and involvement with any systems development and upgrade projects.

Senior Financial Planning Analyst, Thames Valley

Ref: 0973

Basic c.£55,000, bonus, good additional benefits

Our client is seeking an experienced candidate, with a professional accounting qualification, to join their UK team and assist in delivering their business plans, budgeting and forecasting. This is a newly created role to increase analysis capabilities, and requires strong numeric and analytical skills, as well as being an effective communicator. Review and report performance against budget plans and forecasts, making recommendations to ensure performance is enhanced and KPI’s are met. Must have the ability to clearly and succinctly communicate complex and technical issues. Undertake pricing and evaluation of leasing opportunities, and critically advise on contract settlements, rate calculations and structuring of transactions in support of business opportunities. Contribute to the decision making. Experience working within a complex/international organisation preferred.

Financial Directors

(General)

We are always interested in speaking with Financial Directors who may be prepared to consider alternative career opportunities. Manning Solutions is often not handling any specific assignments, but given our 18+ years’ experience we know that there is always an ongoing requirement within leasing. We are happy to discuss the market in general with a view to establishing precisely the type of responsibilities you would prefer to consider in your next role. We fully appreciate that your skills can be easily transferable into many differing posts - some with considerable strategic importance to the business and others providing a more traditional major financial reporting role. Whatever your interest, we can provide informed advice on salaries, growing sectors and the market as a whole. Importantly, we can maintain an awareness of your precise preferences for the time when that ideal opportunity does arise. Confidentiality, as always, is assured.

Accountants

(General)

£40,000 to £50,000, bonus, car and full benefits

We are regularly handling assignments for lessors seeking qualified (ACA or ACCA) accountants to undertake various important accounting roles. Requirements often come about following restructure and growth, and are likely to involve the preparation and monitoring of management information. Many are pan-European positions and applicants will be expected to take full responsibility for group statutory reporting. In such cases you will need to be aware of differing reporting and tax structures throughout Europe. Systems development and IT project experience can also be seen as a major benefit by certain prospective employers. Roles vary considerably and we would therefore be keen to discuss specific suitable opportunities with qualified individuals on a case by case basis.