UK Finance Manager - International Recruitment Business

Working Hours: 1.30 pm to 11.00 pm

Industry: International Recruitment / Staffing

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on Finance Manager with proven experience in international recruitment finance operations. This role demands both strategic leadership and day-to-day execution, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment.

You will work closely with senior leadership and operations teams to streamline finance processes, optimise cash flows across regions, and oversee global compliance and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Finance Operations for International Recruitment:
• Manage end-to-end finance for global recruitment operations
• Prepare monthly management accounts and ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliations.
• Handle global pay & bill processes, including system implementation and optimization.
• Cash Flow & FX Optimisation:
• Monitor and improve cash flow across entities in the UK, USA, Israel, and UAE.
• Explore and implement strategies for FX optimisation (preferred).

• Team Leadership & Solution Design:

• Lead and mentor the finance team with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
• Design efficient processes for international finance and billing compliance.
• Systems & Compliance:
• Implement or support implementation of international Pay & Bill platforms (People 2.0, Aviont or similar).
• Understand USA contractor insurance needs and compliance depending on role type and location (optional but preferred).
• Support with legal entity structuring and transfer pricing across countries (optional).

• Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Must-Haves:
• Minimum 6+ years of experience in finance roles, with at least 23 years in international recruitment.
• Proven experience with global pay & bill systems and processes.
• Strong command over management accounting and reconciliation practices.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing finance teams and streamlining operations.
• Proactive and analytical mindset with a problem-solving attitude
• Preferred:
• - Exposure to USA contractor insurance protocols.
• - Knowledge of transfer pricing and international legal entity structuring.
• - Experience with finance systems like People 2.0 or Aviont.

Education:

Qualified Accountant CA / CPA / ACCA / CMA (Mandatory)