Finance Manager

Michael Page are supporting a leading professional services client in Leeds Centre who are on the search for a Finance Manager to act as a no.2 in the department. This is a varied role, covering all month-end and financial reporting processes, budgeting and forecasting along with supporting on strategic projects. There has been a period of exciting change in the business, so a great opportunity to gain senior business stakeholder exposure and add value.

Client Details

Our client is a leading professional services business based in Leeds Centre. The Finance Manager sits within a fairly lean finance structure, with this position acting as no.2, therefore strategic exposure and wider skill development will be in plentiful supply. The offices are in a fantastic, accessible location with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Description

In this busy and varied Finance Manager position, you will be expected to:

• Lead the UK management accounting cycle, producing accurate monthly results, key journals, and balanced ledgers while coordinating with AP and other finance teams.
• Support monthly Group consolidation, including intercompany reconciliations, adjustments, and preparation of supporting schedules.
• Deliver monthly reporting for practice groups and support functions, providing clear variance analysis and insight.
• Work with the Head of Finance on statutory audit preparation, ensuring strong controls and audit-ready documentation.
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, partnering with department leads to set reliable budgets and monitor performance.
• Improve finance processes and systems, including evaluating and integrating AI tools to enhance automation, data quality, and efficiency.
• Build strong relationships across the business, offering clear financial advice and supporting ad-hoc reporting needs.

Profile

For this Finance Manager role, we're looking for:

• A qualified accountant with senior-level experience in professional services, particularly UK management and statutory reporting.
• Strong operational focus with a history of streamlining and improving finance processes and controls.
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling, able to extract clear insights and influence decision-making.
• Effective communicator who can build credibility with senior stakeholders, including Boards, Partners, auditors, and advisors.
• Highly data-driven, with a commitment to strong data governance and an interest in leveraging technology-especially AI-to enhance finance operations.
• Valuable experience in system implementation or integration projects, particularly involving data migration and integrity.

Job Offer

Salary up to c.65k + Bonus + Fantastic office location + Development prospects + Benefits package