Average Finance Manager salary in Kingston Upon Thames

Senior Finance Manager | SME | Impressive Growth | Retail, E-commerce & WholesaleHybrid | LondonSalary Depending on experience; Up to £90,000 + Bonus + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Finance Manager to join a well-established heritage brand at a really exciting stage of its journey.This is a growing, multi-channel consumer business with a strong heritage and ambitious plans for the future, including new store openings, continued e-commerce growth and an expanding wholesale operation.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you'll play a key role in developing and strengthening the finance function as the business enters its next phase of growth.This is a hands-on senior finance role within a lean SME environment. You'll lead a small team, take ownership of the day-to-day finance operation and work closely with the FD and wider business to improve processes, strengthen controls, develop systems and ensure the finance function is fit to support future growth.The RoleYou'll have broad responsibility across the finance function, including:Taking ownership of the day-to-day finance operation.Leading, supporting and developing a small finance team across AP, AR and wider finance operations.Owning and improving the month-end close process.Ensuring accurate and timely management accounts and financial reporting.Reviewing and strengthening balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls.Investigating variances, discrepancies and historic items and ensuring these are appropriately resolved.Overseeing journals, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and other month-end activities.Improving the quality, consistency and timeliness of financial information.Reviewing existing finance processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and control.Bringing greater structure, consistency and professionalism to the finance function.Developing robust and scalable processes as the business continues to grow.Supporting finance systems development, implementation and improvement projects.Playing a key role in the continued development and integration of finance systems.Identifying opportunities to streamline and automate processes.Working closely with the FD on key finance and business projects.Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.Developing a strong understanding of the commercial drivers across stores, e-commerce and wholesale.Partnering with commercial, retail, buying, merchandising and operational teams.Providing meaningful analysis and insight to support decision-making.Supporting audit, statutory reporting, VAT and other compliance requirements.About YouWe're looking for someone who combines strong technical finance experience with a genuinely hands-on approach;Experience as a Senior Finance Manager, Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar.Strong technical accounting and financial control experience.Excellent month-end, management accounts and balance sheet experience.Experience managing and developing a small finance team.A proven track record of improving finance processes, controls and ways of working.Experience dealing with complex or historic finance matters and bringing them up to date.Experience of finance systems, implementation or process improvement projects.Ideally experience within retail, fashion, e-commerce, wholesale, FMCG or another consumer-facing environment.An understanding of multi-channel businesses, ideally across stores, e-commerce and wholesale.Strong Excel and finance systems skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.The personality we're looking forWe're looking for someone who:Gets into the detail - you're comfortable rolling your sleeves up and investigating an issue yourself.Takes ownership - you don't simply highlight problems; you work through them and see things through to a solution.Develops people - you enjoy coaching, mentoring and training and can give your team clarity around what good looks like.Improves things - you're naturally curious about how things work and look for better, more efficient ways of doing them.Is commercially minded - you want to understand the business behind the numbers and how stores, e-commerce and wholesale drive performance.Is collaborative - you're a genuine team player who enjoys working in a lean environment where everyone gets involved.Is adaptable - you're comfortable with change, growth and a fast-moving SME environment.Why this role?This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants to make a tangible difference rather than simply step into a BAU finance role.You'll be joining a recognised British brand at an exciting point in its growth, with the opportunity to:Work closely with the Finance Director.Lead and develop a small finance team.Help shape and strengthen the finance function.Play a key role in systems and process development.Support growth across stores, e-commerce and wholesale.Work closely with senior stakeholders across the business.Take ownership of meaningful projects.Have genuine visibility and influence.Help build a finance function that is fit for the next stage of growth.BH37144

Kenneth Brian Associates are looking for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of the financial operations across a growing group of businesses based in Kingston. This is a senior position offering the opportunity to play a key role in shaping financial strategy, improving reporting and controls, and providing commercially focused insight to the senior leadership team.You will be responsible for ensuring the finance function operates effectively, maintaining strong financial controls and helping the wider business make informed decisions based on accurate and timely financial information.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the overall finance function across the group, providing clear direction and financial oversight.Develop and deliver financial strategies that support the organisation's wider commercial objectives.Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, providing analysis, insight and recommendations to support decision-making.Take ownership of the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.Prepare and oversee accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting.Ensure statutory accounts, VAT returns and other financial obligations are completed accurately and on time.Monitor cash flow, financial performance and key business metrics, highlighting risks and opportunities.Ensure the business remains on track against agreed budgets and financial targets.Identify opportunities to improve profitability, reduce unnecessary expenditure and increase operational efficiency.Review and maintain effective supplier arrangements, ensuring invoices and payments are managed in line with agreed terms.Support the implementation and integration of finance systems and accounting software to improve management reporting.Ensure the group remains compliant with relevant financial legislation, regulations and internal policies.Lead and develop members of the finance team, creating a high-performing and well-organised function.About YouThe successful candidate will have a strong background in senior-level finance and the confidence to operate at both strategic and operational levels.You should ideally have:Previous experience as a Head of Finance, Financial Controller, Finance Director or in a comparable senior finance position.Strong technical accounting and financial management knowledge.Experience managing and developing a finance team.Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the confidence to interpret financial information and turn it into meaningful commercial advice.Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning.Strong communication skills and the ability to explain financial matters clearly to non-finance stakeholders.A commercially minded approach, with a focus on improving performance and supporting business growth.Experience implementing or improving accounting/finance systems and management reporting.What We're Looking ForWe're seeking someone who can act as a trusted financial partner to the leadership team — someone who is comfortable taking ownership, identifying financial risks, improving processes and providing clear strategic guidance.If you're an ambitious and results-driven finance professional looking for a senior role where you can make a genuine impact, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Head of FinanceBased in Kingston-upon-Thames, Hybrid (2 days on-site)Permanent£60,000 - £70,000We are seeking a hands-on and proactive Head of Finance to lead the day-to-day finance function while providing high-quality financial insight and strategic support to the Senior Management Team. The successful Head of Finance will play a key role in enhancing financial systems, strengthening controls, and improving reporting processes, driving efficiency and supporting informed decision-making across the organisation.Head of Finance - Duties and Responsibilities:Deliver quarterly management accounts, annual budgets and forecasts including variance analysis and financial insightWork closely with the senior management team to monitor financial performance, manage expenditure, and improve financial accountabilityComplete reconciliations and ensure accurate and timely financial reportingCalculate annual rents and service chargesMonitor capital expenditure and support financial planning and control for significant investment programmesProduce year-end statutory accounts and supporting information for the external audit, maintaining high standards of financial governanceManage and support one member of staffSkills and abilities:Comfortable working in a small organisation where you will need to be both strategic and hands-onHousing sector experience would be advantageous but is not essentialAdvanced Excel SkillsExperience of integrating finance systemsShould you be interested in this vacancy, please don’t hesitate to apply immediately.