Finance Manager

We are looking for a strategic and detail-oriented Finance Manager specialising in the Cost & Capital Team to join a creative global organisation based in central London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to progress towards a future CFO role, offering direct exposure to both the CFO and the Vice President of Finance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of cost-performance metrics and dashboards to monitor cost performance and identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
• Lead and manage the budgeting and forecasting process for costs with clear plans and measurable outcomes.
• Build and maintain financial data sets and models to guide business planning and decision-making.
• Partner with business units to implement cost-saving initiatives that balance efficiency with performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to centralise and standardise financial processes.
• Participate in benchmarking exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Proven track record in managing and forecasting costs, with a focus on cost optimisation.
• Strong analytical and modelling skills, with experience synthesising complex data into actionable insights.
• Detail-oriented and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to build trust with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience in designing and implementing process improvements and leveraging advanced analytics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity.

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