Finance Manager

Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: London Lant Street
Salary: 45K-50K
Job Type: Full time
Working Hours: 9am-5:30pm

The Company:

Recorra is a leading circular economy company, providing services for recycling, data destruction and office supplies in London and the South East. We are born environmentalists, formed by Friends of the Earth in 1988 and now operating as an independent commercial organisation.

We are an ethical and fast-growing company with a team of exceptional people and are looking for someone to join us during an exciting period of change and growth. The role provides the opportunity for you to use your skills to make a difference within a friendly, dynamic and forward-thinking company. The culture is energetic, and there will be many opportunities for you to make a substantial contribution to the business.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join our growing finance team. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation of key financial reports, managing a small team, and supporting the day-to-day finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is keen to drive process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and timely management accounts for the group's two core businesses, reporting directly to the Financial Controller.
• Produce and distribute departmental P&L reports to relevant stakeholders during and after month-end close.
• Complete and submit VAT returns quarterly, ensuring payments are made on time.
• Assist the Financial Controller in the daily management of the finance function, including planning and oversight of key activities.
• Initially line manage 2–3 team members, with room to increase this. Providing guidance, support, and performance reviews.
• Support audit preparation, including monthly balance sheet reconciliations and lead schedules (e.g., fixed assets, accruals, and prepayments).
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage intercompany contra entries.
• Collaborate with department heads and line managers to resolve finance-related queries and support financial processes.
• Provide support to the payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy across finance operations.
• Travel to other offices for meetings across London and the South East.

Essential:

• Proven experience in a similar finance or management accounting role.
• Strong understanding of management accounts, P&L analysis, VAT, and audit preparation.
• Experience in managing and developing team members.
• Excellent Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems (Sage 50 experience preferable).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively across departments.
• Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement approach.

Desirable:

• Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
• Previous experience working in a multi-entity or intercompany environment.

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• 22 days' annual leave (additional days for length of service) plus bank holidays
• Employee pension scheme
• Travel season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Charity volunteering opportunities and social activities
• Free breakfast
• Monthly massages
• Dog friendly office

Please Note:

Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role.

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