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"Take the Lead in Finance at a Fast-Growing Creative Studio"
A dynamic and rapidly growing design studio, known for its luxury interior and architectural projects across the UK and globally, is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its London-based team. Since launching in 2014, the studio has built a reputation for excellence and innovation, growing to over 30 team members. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to oversee daily financial operations and support the Finance Director, while working closely with all departments across the business.
Key Responsibilities- Manage day-to-day bookkeeping, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
- Oversee timely client invoicing, payment tracking, and cash flow monitoring
- Liaise with project managers to align invoice schedules with client programmes
- Reconcile financial records including bank transactions, FF&E accounts, and supplier statements
- Process payroll accurately and ensure compliance with tax and statutory requirements
- Prepare financial reports, VAT submissions, and assist with month-end accounts
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and internal financial controls
- Assist with audits, financial systems development, and insurance management
- Contribute to operational processes including HR support, team timekeeping, onboarding, and recruitment coordination
- Proven experience in a finance manager or senior finance support role
- Proficient user of Xero (essential) and MS Office
- Strong understanding of core business functions such as finance, HR, and operations
- Knowledge of financial controls, payroll processing, and VAT compliance
- Confident in financial reporting, analysis, and presenting insights to senior management
- Ability to review and interpret project-related legal and financial documents (desirable)
Benefits
- Flexible hours and at home working
- Discretionary bonus
- Mental and physical well-being programmes - including free gym access
- Childcare scheme
