Senior Manager - Finance

Location: Gloucestershire

Senior Manager - Finance A growing financial services firm is seeking a Senior Manager - Finance to join its team. This role reports to a senior finance leader and is responsible for overseeing financial reporting, compliance, and process improvement for a portfolio of clients. The position combines hands-on financial management with team leadership and strategic oversight.

Key Responsibilities Manage and lead a finance team responsible for client financial reporting, providing guidance and technical support. Oversee the preparation, review, and accuracy of financial statements, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations. Lead process improvement initiatives and implement robust internal controls. Support onboarding of new clients, including setting up accounting policies, procedures, and control frameworks. Prepare management and board-level reporting as required and present key findings to stakeholders.

Coordinate with auditors during statutory audits and internal reviews. Handle client-specific queries and provide financial insights and recommendations. Lead or contribute to finance-related projects, including system improvements or operational enhancements. Mentor and develop team members, identifying training needs and supporting professional growth. Key Stakeholders Client finance teams and external auditors Internal finance leadership and operational teams Leadership & People Management Provide clear direction, set expectations, and monitor performance of team members.

Conduct regular feedback sessions and performance reviews. Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members. Foster collaboration, effective communication, and a positive team environment. Encourage continuous improvement and support organisational change initiatives. Required Experience & Skills Minimum of 5 years' experience in financial reporting, ideally within insurance or financial services. Strong understanding of regulatory reporting and compliance requirements. Proven experience managing and leading a team.

Ability to drive process improvement and implement change effectively. Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. High professional integrity and ethical standards. Qualifications & Technical Skills Qualified accountant. Proficiency in financial reporting tools and Microsoft Excel.