Finance Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to support the finance function of a global business during a critical year-end and external audit period. This is a hands‑on interim assignment with the operational finance team involving managing statutory reporting, year‑end close activities, and external audit processes within a fast‑paced commercial environment.

• Location:
  
  Guildford
• Hybrid: 2 days in office after probation
• Rate: £300-350 p/d (outside IR35)
• Contract:
  
  8 weeks with potential to extend

• Support the delivery of month‑end and year‑end close activities, ensuring reporting deadlines are achieved accurately and efficiently
• Prepare and review statutory accounts and supporting audit schedules in line with relevant accounting standards
• Act as a key contact for external auditors, coordinating audit requests, resolving queries, and supporting the completion of the year‑end audit process
• Review balance sheet reconciliations, control accounts, accruals, prepayments, and financial adjustments to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Assist with the preparation of financial reporting packs and supporting documentation for senior finance stakeholders
• Identify process improvements across financial reporting, controls, and audit readiness to support a smooth and efficient close process

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) with strong financial accounting and reporting experience
• Proven experience supporting or leading year‑end close, statutory accounts preparation, and external audits within a commercial environment
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls, accruals/prepayments, and audit documentation
• Experience working with external auditors, ideally within larger or multi‑entity organisations, with the ability to manage workloads and stakeholders effectively in a deadline‑driven environment

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We will consider all qualified applications for this position. Venture Recruitment Partners does not discriminate against disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected under the Equality Act 2010.