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Harper May is working with a product-led manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality and consistency, supplying products to a broad commercial customer base.
With continued investment across operations, systems, and process improvement, the company is focused on strengthening performance, improving cost visibility, and supporting informed decision-making across the business.
As part of this next phase, they are looking to appoint a Finance Analyst to join the finance team.The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Finance Analyst will support financial planning, performance analysis, and operational decision-making.
The role offers broad exposure across manufacturing operations and commercial teams, providing insight that influences efficiency, margin performance, and investment decisions.Key Responsibilities
Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
Deliver regular performance reporting with clear variance analysis and commentary
Partner with operations and production teams to improve cost control and efficiency
Analyse manufacturing costs, margins, and overheads to identify improvement opportunities
Support inventory analysis, stock valuation, and working capital management
Assist with financial modelling and scenario analysis for investment and process changes
Contribute to month-end reporting and management accounts preparation
Maintain and improve reporting tools, dashboards, and financial models
Candidate Profile
Qualified or part-qualified (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA), or equivalent experience
Previous experience in a manufacturing or production-led environment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present clear insights
Confident communicator able to work across finance and non-finance stakeholders
High level of Excel and financial modelling capability
Detail-focused, commercially minded, and comfortable working with large data sets
Experience supporting operational or cost-focused decision-making is highly desirable ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: City of London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £50,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-02-02 16:58:31
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In a project-led media and events business, finance needs to do more than close the month.
It needs to explain performance clearly, keep cost control practical, and help teams make decisions with confidence.
This organisation is continuing to build its reporting capability as it grows, and is now seeking a Management Accountant to strengthen management reporting, planning, and commercial insight across the business.The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Management Accountant will take ownership of monthly management accounts and support budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
The role works closely with departmental leads, helping translate financial information into clear insight for non-finance stakeholders in a fast-moving environment.Key Responsibilities
Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting
Analyse performance and variances against budgets and forecasts, providing clear commentary and recommendations
Monitor and control costs, identifying opportunities for efficiency and improvement
Support annual budgeting and forecasting, working with department heads to build realistic plans
Conduct regular financial reviews with budget holders to support performance against targets
Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to senior stakeholders, highlighting trends and key drivers
Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and reporting requirements
Contribute to ad hoc projects and initiatives, providing financial input and insight as required
Candidate Profile
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified or part-qualified
Experience as a Management Accountant, ideally within media, events, or a project-led environment
Strong understanding of core accounting principles and reporting standards
Advanced Excel capability and confidence using accounting systems
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to solve problems and interpret performance data
Clear communicator, able to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders
Detail-focused and comfortable working under pressure in a deadline-driven setting ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Soho, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £45,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-30 16:58:43
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As a SaaS business grows, the expectations on group reporting and financial control increase quickly.
Consolidation needs to be consistent, balance sheet discipline needs to be tight, and reporting packs need to stand up to scrutiny.
This technology business is strengthening its finance function to support scale, improve reporting quality, and ensure controls keep pace with the organisation’s development.
They are now seeking a Finance Manager to lead group reporting activity and support the wider control environment.The Role Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, the Finance Manager will take responsibility for consolidated management reporting, balance sheet control, and technical accounting support across group entities.
The role sits at the centre of month-end delivery, audit readiness, and the continuous improvement of reporting processes and internal controls.Key Responsibilities
Oversee consolidated monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow, and key metrics
Prepare clear reporting packs and supporting analysis for senior finance review
Drive improvements to monthly reporting processes and internal controls, including intercompany accounting
Conduct regular balance sheet reviews, reconciliations, and substantiation of key controls
Provide technical accounting guidance and support the maintenance of accounting policies
Support consolidation and preparation of annual statutory financial statements for group entities
Contribute to planning and delivery of the year-end audit, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met
Ensure the financial control framework remains robust and reporting obligations are delivered to a high standard
Identify opportunities to strengthen the control environment and oversee implementation
Support ad hoc Finance Manager responsibilities as required by the Group Financial Controller
Candidate Profile
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
Demonstrated experience in management reporting within a multi-entity or group environment
Strong technical accounting knowledge across financial and management reporting
Detail-focused with a strong control mindset and a high standard of accuracy
Collaborative working style, comfortable supporting shared team objectives
Confident communicator, able to work effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: City of London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £60,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-30 16:58:40
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This media and events business is entering a significant phase of growth, with increasing scale across live experiences, commercial partnerships, and international activity.
As complexity increases, finance plays a central role in shaping strategy, supporting investment decisions, and ensuring governance keeps pace with ambition.
The business is now seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy and act as a key partner to the CEO and senior leadership team.The Role As a core member of the executive team, the Chief Financial Officer will take ownership of financial strategy, control, and performance insight across the organisation.
Working closely with the CEO and Board, the role combines strategic leadership with hands-on oversight, supporting fundraising, growth initiatives, and disciplined execution in a fast-moving, project-led environment.Key Responsibilities
Lead the development of corporate strategy, business planning, and long-term forecasting
Partner with the CEO and Board on strategic vision, growth priorities, and execution
Act as the primary finance lead for investor engagement and fundraising activity
Lead and develop the finance team, building capability and strong delivery standards
Support evaluation and execution of new business opportunities, partnerships, and M&A
Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and risk management frameworks are in place
Provide the Board with clear operating budgets, forecasts, and performance insight
Oversee revenue, cost control, balance sheet management, and cash flow forecasting
Manage banking relationships and treasury activity
Oversee monthly reporting, statutory accounts, audit processes, and compliance
Review and manage the group tax position, filings, and external advisers
Candidate Profile
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
Extensive senior finance leadership experience, ideally within media, events, or project-led environments
Strong technical accounting and financial control background
Proven experience leading and developing finance teams
Comfortable working with investors, Boards, and senior stakeholders
Commercially minded, with the ability to balance strategic leadership and operational delivery
Confident operating in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Strong Excel and financial modelling capability ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: City of London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £165,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-30 16:58:38
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This financial services business operates within a structured, performance-driven environment where reporting quality, control, and consistency matter.
As the organisation continues to strengthen its finance framework at group level, the finance team plays a key role in ensuring accurate reporting, robust controls, and dependable information for senior stakeholders.
The business is now seeking a Finance Manager to support group reporting, consolidation, and financial control.The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Finance Manager will take responsibility for group-level management reporting, balance sheet control, and technical accounting support.
The role sits close to the Financial Controller and contributes to strengthening reporting processes, internal controls, and statutory delivery across the group.Key Responsibilities
Oversee the preparation of consolidated monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow, and key metrics
Prepare clear reporting packs and analysis to support senior finance leadership
Drive improvements to monthly reporting processes, controls, and intercompany accounting
Perform regular balance sheet reviews, reconciliations, and substantiation of key control accounts
Provide technical accounting guidance and support the maintenance of accounting policies
Support consolidation and preparation of annual statutory financial statements for group entities
Contribute to planning and delivery of the year-end audit, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met
Ensure the group’s financial control framework remains robust and compliant
Identify and implement improvements to strengthen financial controls and reporting quality
Support ad hoc Finance Manager responsibilities as required by the wider finance leadership team
Candidate Profile
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
Strong experience in management reporting within a financial services or regulated environment
Sound technical accounting knowledge covering both financial and management reporting
Detail-focused with a strong control mindset
Collaborative team player, comfortable working closely with senior finance stakeholders
Confident communicator with the ability to explain accounting matters clearly ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Covent Garden, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £75,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-30 16:58:33
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This property and construction group is entering a defining phase of its development.
With a growing pipeline of projects and long-term plans to scale, the business is focused on strengthening financial leadership to support disciplined growth, capital management, and decision-making at Board level.
They are now seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead the finance function and act as a trusted partner to the CEO and Board.The Role Working closely with the CEO and Board, the Chief Financial Officer will take ownership of financial strategy, governance, and performance insight across the business.
The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on oversight, supporting funding activity, project delivery, and commercial decision-making within a capital-intensive, project-led environment.Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and delivery of the financial strategy in line with business objectives
Partner with the CEO and Board on strategic planning, growth initiatives, and long-term value creation
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling across projects and the wider business
Lead and develop the finance team, embedding strong standards, accountability, and performance
Support fundraising activity and manage relationships with investors, lenders, and advisers
Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and risk management frameworks
Provide the Board with timely, clear financial reporting, budgets, and commercial insight
Oversee cash flow, capital allocation, and balance sheet management across the group
Manage statutory reporting, audit processes, and compliance with tax and regulatory requirements
Contribute commercial insight to new developments, partnerships, and business opportunities
Candidate Profile
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
Proven CFO or senior finance leadership experience within property, construction, or capital-intensive sectors
Strong technical accounting background combined with commercial judgement
Experience working with investors, lenders, or growth capital structures
Confident operating at Board level, able to influence and challenge constructively
Hands-on leadership style with strong financial modelling and analytical capability
Comfortable operating in a project-driven environment with competing priorities ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Covent Garden, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £200,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-29 16:58:38
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Retail moves quickly, and the finance function has to keep pace without losing control.
This business is strengthening its financial leadership to support performance, margin discipline, and confident decision-making as trading activity continues to develop across both store and digital channels.
They are now seeking a Financial Controller to lead day-to-day finance delivery, improve reporting quality, and provide clear insight to senior stakeholders.The Role Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will take ownership of financial reporting, controls, and governance, while managing a dedicated finance team.
The role combines strong technical oversight with commercial partnering, supporting planning, working capital discipline, and stakeholder reporting within a fast-paced retail environment.Key Responsibilities
Prepare management accounts and Board-level reporting to support decision-making and performance review
Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, aligning plans with business objectives
Oversee revenue recognition processes and maintain strong supporting documentation and controls
Manage investor reporting requirements, ensuring clear and consistent performance insight
Monitor working capital on a regular basis, focusing on cash, accrued income, and debtor balances
Oversee payroll, pensions, tax compliance (including VAT and corporation tax), and treasury processes
Lead statutory reporting and manage the year-end audit process
Maintain strong financial controls, governance, and balance sheet integrity
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team
Candidate Profile
Proven experience as a Financial Controller within retail or a product-led environment
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with strong technical accounting and reporting capability
Experience supporting investor reporting is advantageous
Strong Excel and financial modelling capability
Confident communicator able to work effectively across departments and with senior stakeholders
Detail-focused, with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Mayfair, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £80,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-29 16:58:33
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Harper May is partnering with a fast-growing and innovative Media & Events company that has recently completed a major acquisition, reinforcing its position as one of the UK’s most dynamic players in the sector.
With ambitious plans to expand into new markets over the next five years, the business is now seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to help shape financial strategy and support ongoing commercial success.Role Overview: The FP&A Manager will work closely with senior leadership to deliver robust financial planning, accurate forecasting, and insightful analysis.
This role will play a central part in driving efficiency, profitability, and long-term business growth during a pivotal stage in the company’s development.Key Responsibilities:
Support the development of medium and long-term financial plans in collaboration with senior leadership
Lead budgeting processes and ensure alignment across departments
Provide insightful analysis on market trends, competitor activity, and performance drivers
Deliver monthly forecasting and financial reporting across revenue, cost, and margin metrics
Manage and develop a team of four, including finance and purchasing functions
Conduct margin analysis to support commercial and operational decision-making
Support finance systems reporting; experience with SAP, F&B Shop, or Opera is desirable
Key Requirements:
Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Proven experience in an FP&A leadership role, ideally within media, events, or a fast-paced commercial environment
Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
Strong analytical and commercial acumen
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Well-organised with a hands-on and proactive approach ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Soho, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £65,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-28 17:22:53
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Harper May is currently in partnership with a renowned FMCG company situated in Central London.
This company boasts a global presence and a robust distribution network, enabling the delivery of exceptional products to markets around the world.
Our client is presently in search of a skilled Finance Manager to become part of their continuously expanding team.This position is particularly thrilling as it provides the chosen candidate with a comprehensive and dynamic role within a rapidly developing organisation.The role:
Responsible for the monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow and Key metrics) and information packs reporting to the Financial Controller.
Continuous improvement of the Group's monthly financial reporting process and controls including intercompany.
Regular review and substantiation of the Group balance sheet and key controls.
Provide technical accounting expertise and maintain the Group's accounting and financial policies.
Assist with the consolidation and preparation of annual statutory financial statements for Group entities.
Assist with the planning and execution of the Groups year end audit to ensure it is delivered on time and to budget.
Ensure the Group financial control environment is robust and all financial reporting requirements across the company are met to a high standard.
Identify opportunities to strengthen the financial control environment and manage the resulting implementation.
Other Group Finance Manager activities as required to support the Group Financial Controller.
Requirements
Strong management reporting experience
Proven relevant accounting experience and technical knowledge (Financial / Management information)
Strong attention to detail and a controls-focus
Team player committed to ensuring that the overall team objectives are met
ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified would be preferential ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Covent Garden, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £65,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-28 17:21:54
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In an FMCG environment, pace is constant and decisions are made on the strength of forecasting, margin insight, and clear performance data.
As this business continues to grow and refine how it plans and measures performance, the finance team is strengthening its FP&A capability to support commercial and operational decision-making.
They are now seeking an FP&A Manager to lead planning, forecasting, and performance analysis across the business.The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, the FP&A Manager will take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and performance insight across the organisation.
The role sits at the centre of commercial decision-making, working closely with stakeholders across sales, operations, supply chain, and leadership to ensure plans are robust and performance is well understood.Key Responsibilities
Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes
Produce performance reporting with clear variance analysis and actionable insight
Analyse revenue, margins, cost drivers, and working capital to support decision-making
Partner with commercial and operational teams to challenge assumptions and improve forecasts
Build and maintain financial models to support planning, scenario analysis, and business cases
Support pricing, promotion, and investment decisions with clear financial analysis
Improve FP&A processes, reporting cadence, and forecasting accuracy
Present insight and recommendations to senior stakeholders
Candidate Profile
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
Previous FP&A or commercial finance experience within an FMCG or consumer-led environment
Strong analytical and financial modelling capability
Commercially minded, with the ability to interpret data and influence decisions
Confident communicator, comfortable working with senior and non-finance stakeholders
Detail-focused and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Norwich, Norfolk, England
Salary / Rate: £80,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-28 17:19:28
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In a consultancy business, performance is driven by people, projects, and pace.
As the organisation continues to grow, finance is playing a more visible role in supporting delivery, improving commercial insight, and ensuring governance keeps pace with activity.
This consultancy is now seeking a Financial Controller to lead the finance function, strengthen reporting and controls, and support senior stakeholders across the business.The Role Reporting into senior leadership, the Financial Controller will take ownership of financial reporting, control, and compliance, while leading a small finance team.
The role combines hands-on technical responsibility with team leadership and commercial partnering, working closely with consulting and operational leaders to support project performance, utilisation, and margin.Key Responsibilities
Lead the finance function, managing and developing a team responsible for day-to-day finance operations
Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
Produce management accounts and statutory financial statements
Maintain strong financial controls, governance, and balance sheet integrity
Lead audit processes and manage relationships with external auditors and advisers
Own budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Partner with consulting leaders on project performance, utilisation, and margin analysis
Review and improve finance processes, systems, and reporting frameworks
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements
Candidate Profile
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
Proven Financial Controller or senior finance management experience
Background in consultancy, professional services, or project-based environments
Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise
Experience leading and developing finance teams
Commercial mindset with the ability to support senior non-finance stakeholders
Confident communicator, comfortable operating at leadership level
Detail-focused, with a strong control and governance mindset ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Central London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £90,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-28 17:14:02
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This legal technology business supports complex, data-driven decision-making across professional services environments.
As the organisation continues to invest in new products, strategic initiatives, and long-term growth opportunities, finance plays an increasingly important role in evaluating performance, assessing investment decisions, and supporting senior stakeholders with clear insight.
The business is now seeking an Investment Analyst to strengthen modelling, investment appraisal, and decision support across the organisation.The Role Reporting into senior leadership, the Investment Analyst will support financial analysis, modelling, and decision-making across a range of strategic initiatives.
The role combines investment appraisal with commercial performance analysis, contributing to business cases, evaluation of opportunities, and post-investment review, working closely with senior stakeholders.Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain robust financial models to support investment cases, strategic initiatives, and business planning
Provide scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling to support decision-making
Analyse performance, returns, and key value drivers across products, projects, or initiatives
Prepare investment papers and insight for senior stakeholders to support strategic decisions
Support due diligence on potential acquisitions, partnerships, or new initiatives
Monitor performance against forecasts and business cases, highlighting risks and opportunities
Contribute to strategic planning and capital allocation discussions
Improve analytical frameworks, modelling standards, and reporting tools
Candidate Profile
ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CFA qualified (or equivalent)
Previous experience in investment analysis, corporate finance, commercial finance, or strategy-focused roles
Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability (business case modelling, scenarios, sensitivities)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information and present it clearly
Confident working with senior stakeholders and contributing to decision-making
Detail-focused, commercially minded, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Interest in legal, professional services, or technology-led environments ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Central London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £65,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-28 16:58:34
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As a SaaS business scales internationally, the finance function plays a critical role in bringing consistency, control, and clarity across regions.
This organisation operates across multiple territories and reporting standards, with finance supporting both day-to-day operations and longer-term structural development.
They are now seeking a Group Finance Manager to oversee group reporting, consolidation, and control while supporting an international finance team.The Role Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, the Group Finance Manager will take responsibility for group reporting, consolidation, and technical accounting across international entities.
The role combines hands-on financial control with coordination of an overseas accounting team, supporting month-end delivery, audit, and continuous improvement across the group.Key Responsibilities
Lead month-end and year-end close processes across multiple international entities
Manage group consolidation and ensure accurate, timely reporting
Reconcile local GAAP balances to IFRS for statutory and group reporting purposes
Prepare technical accounting papers to support compliance around complex transactions
Act as the primary point of contact for group and statutory audits
Oversee indirect tax submissions and coordinate corporation tax filings with external advisers
Maintain and review group cash flow forecasting to support liquidity planning
Lead weekly payment processes and maintain strong payment governance
Strengthen internal controls and improve reporting accuracy through process automation
Support the standardisation of finance processes across regions
Partner with legal and commercial teams on contract review from a financial and risk perspective
Manage and develop an international accounting team, coordinating workload and supporting development
Candidate Profile
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
Strong technical accounting background with experience in group reporting and consolidation
Previous experience in a SaaS, technology, or digital business is advantageous
Comfortable working across multiple entities, regions, and reporting standards
Experience managing or coordinating remote or overseas finance teams
Strong Excel and analytical capability, with exposure to ERP systems
Hands-on, self-sufficient, and comfortable in a fast-moving, evolving environment
Clear communicator, able to work effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Central London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £80,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-28 16:58:30
