Finance Manager (Hybrid) at Michael Page in London

• Are you immediately available or available on short notice?

Are you a qualified accountant with experience in an FS firm?

About Our Client

A global investment bank in central London.

Job Description

• Support acquisition and integration projects from a finance and accounting perspective, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external advisers.
• Conduct financial due diligence, reviewing financial statements, accounting policies, controls, and key business risks.
• Prepare technical accounting papers and provide guidance on complex accounting matters, including business combinations, revenue recognition, leases, and share-based payments.
• Manage acquisition and post-acquisition accounting activities, including journal entries, consolidations, intercompany eliminations, and reporting requirements.
• Support the integration of acquired businesses into finance systems, processes, and reporting structures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS, UK GAAP and/or US GAAP) and assist with audit and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to financial reporting, goodwill and intangible asset assessments, and acquisition-related disclosures.
• Develop and improve accounting processes, documentation, and best-practice frameworks to support future transactions.
• Partner with senior finance stakeholders on strategic projects and wider finance initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA or equivalent).
• Experience within audit, accounting advisory, transaction services, or a commercial finance/accounting environment.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS, UK GAAP and/or US GAAP.
• Exposure to M&A, financial due diligence, business integrations, or corporate transactions is highly desirable.
• Strong Excel and systems skills, with ERP experience advantageous.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project coordination abilities.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

What's on Offer

• Competitive day rate
• Hybrid working
• Potential long term opportunity