Lords Group Trading
Finance Manager
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Own the numbers. Influence decisions. Make a real impact.
Whether you're ready for a fresh challenge, looking to step back into a full-time role, or simply want to join a business where your experience will be genuinely valued, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
We're looking for a qualified Finance Manager to join our Head Office team in Hanger Green. This is a broad, high-profile role at the heart of our business, giving you the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, influence decision-making and strengthen financial control across a growing listed Group.
If you enjoy taking ownership, building strong relationships and using your experience to improve the way a business operates, you'll find plenty to get your teeth into here.
What you’ll be doing
- Taking ownership of the accounting and financial reporting for our Head Office functions.
- Managing month-end activities, including accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Preparing monthly management accounts and performance reports.
- Delivering insightful variance analysis, identifying trends, risks and opportunities.
- Partnering with budget holders and senior stakeholders across the business.
- Leading the annual budgeting process for corporate functions.
- Producing forecasts and supporting strategic planning activities.
- Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations across Group businesses and challenging outstanding issues.
- Supporting subsidiary finance teams to improve controls and reporting consistency.
- Driving continuous improvement across finance processes, reporting and controls.
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What we’re looking for
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or qualified by experience with relevant Group finance experience.
- Strong management accounting, financial reporting or finance business partnering experience.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of key areas of responsibility.
- Confident building relationships and communicating with stakeholders at all levels.
- A proactive approach with the confidence to challenge existing processes and suggest improvements.
- Someone who enjoys sharing their knowledge, supporting colleagues and helping build a strong finance function.
What You'll Get In Return
- A salary of £55,000 per annum.
- Bonus scheme.
- Medicash healthcare plan.
- Pension scheme.
- Staff discount.
- A broad and varied role with genuine influence across the business.
- Exposure to senior leadership and key decision-makers.
- A supportive, collaborative finance team where your experience is valued.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact within a growing listed business.
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Location: Hanger Green, London W5
Hours: 9am-5.30pm Mon-Fri
If you're looking for a role where your experience will be recognised, your ideas listened to and your contribution will genuinely influence the future of the business, we'd love to hear from you.
Company Description
Lords Group Trading is a UK-wide, London Stock Exchange-listed business operating across building materials, plumbing, heating and DIY. Our success is built on strong local businesses, great people and a culture that continues to evolve as we grow.
We are proud to create an inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds and experiences are welcomed, valued and encouraged to succeed. If you are looking to join a business where you can contribute, develop and be part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
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