Client Finance Manager

Job Title

Client Finance Manager

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Client Finance Manager to oversee financial management and accounting for client-managed spend budgets. This role involves maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, managing a finance team, and ensuring compliance with internal and client policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong financial background, leadership skills, and a strategic mindset to drive financial efficiency and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Account Directors and Client Accounting Directors to ensure contract obligations are met.
• Lead and develop a client accounting team, overseeing financial transactions, purchase orders, invoice processing, and vendor payments.
• Manage the preparation and delivery of monthly financial reports, budget vs. actual reporting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial data reporting for internal corporate purposes.
• Maintain compliance with client, internal, and statutory regulations, including VAT and audit requirements.
• Support financial modeling, budgeting processes, and ad-hoc financial projects.
• Oversee financial aspects of new account and location transitions.

Role Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant or relevant degree with a minimum of two years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven experience in team management, including performance reviews and development planning.
• Experience in multi-currency financial reporting and knowledge of IFRS, UK, and US GAAP is desirable.
• Proficiency in major accounting applications and financial processes, ideally within property services.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites and corporate offices.

Key Attributes:

• Business-driven mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Ability to innovate and enhance financial processes.
• Effective decision-maker with a high level of accountability.
• Strong client and vendor relationship management experience.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.

This role can be based in Newcastle, Edinburgh or Glasgow.