Finance Manager (AR1033)

Our client is an awarding winning international based travel company.

They are now recruiting for an experienced hands-on Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day UK finance function.

This is a pivotal role with the Finance Manager being responsible for delivering all transactional finance activities, ensuring accuracy, strong financial controls, and compliance with UK accounting standards, combining both leadership and operational delivery, managing core processes including AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, and month-end close.

To be considered, candidates must have proven experience as a finance manager, financial controller or senior management experience within the travel or leisure industries.

This role is offered on a hybrid basis, 2 days per week on the office - Central London

Finance Manager Key Responsibilities:

Manage supplier invoices, payments, and reconciliations

Oversee customer invoicing and debtor management

Maintain accurate creditor and debtor ledgers

Process monthly UK payroll, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements

Manage PAYE, NI, and pension submissions

Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow

Own the month-end close process

Prepare journals (accruals, prepayments, intercompany)

Produce monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet)

Finance Manager Experience Required:

ACCA/CIMA qualified (or part-qualified with strong experience)

Experience in a Finance Manager / Senior Management Accountant role

Travel or leisure sector experience highly desirable

Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, VAT, and statutory reporting

Experience managing AP, AR, payroll, and month-end processes

Advanced Excel and finance systems knowledge

Finance Manager Salary and Benefits:

Base Salary to £55,000

Hybrid working (2 days in office)

Annual bonus scheme

Travel discounts and educational trips

Pension scheme

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday leave

50% gym membership discount

Private healthcare (after 1 year)

Regular team events

To apply for the Finance Manager role, please email your CV and a member of the team will in contact to discuss the opportunity.