(Senior) Qualified Management Accountant / Finance Manager

A rapidly growing consultancy business based in Esher (Surrey / South West London) is seeking a (Senior) Qualified Management Accountant/ Finance Manager with strong FP&A experience who is ready to take the next step in their career. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role sits at the heart of a lean, high-performing finance function. You will combine hands-on delivery with strategic input, supporting business planning, performance analysis and senior decision-making. The position offers significant exposure to the CFO, Board and Divisional leaders, with clear progression into a broader finance leadership role. Key responsibilities:

• Hands-on delivery of the day-to-day accounts function
• Managing a small transactional team and overseeing month-end close
• Remaining hands-on across reporting and transactional activities as needed
• Ownership of the annual budget, rolling forecast and long-range planning processes
• Development of financial models to support growth and commercial decision-making
• Delivery of monthly management reporting, including variance analysis and commentary
• Insight into revenue, margin, cost drivers and working capital
• Partnering with Divisional leaders to support performance and planning
• Acting as deputy to the CFO when required

Essential criteria:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Circa 2-3 years' post-qualified experience
• Strong management accounting and FP&A background, ideally within consultancy or professional services
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability
• Ability to translate financial data into clear, commercial insight for senior stakeholders
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with CFO, Board and non-finance leaders
• Experience working in a hands-on, fast-paced, small-team environment

This is a key hire within an established and expanding business, offering the opportunity to broaden your remit, increase strategic exposure and develop towards senior finance leadership. Salary: up to £60,000 plus benefitsWorking pattern: hybrid, 3 days per week in the office