Senior Associate/ Senior Finance Manager
7 days ago
Norwich
Keeler Recruitment is working with a rapidly growing professional services business that provides integrated outsourced support to a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors. This organisation delivers a unique blend of in-house style finance support combined with the commercial insight and structure traditionally offered by external advisors. As they continue to expand, they are seeking an experienced Senior Associate / Senior Finance Manager to lead an internal team while managing a broad portfolio of clients. This is a varied and dynamic role, ideal for someone who enjoys a blend of operational finance, client engagement, and team leadership. You will oversee the delivery of high-quality finance services, mentor and develop team members, and act as a trusted advisor to clients ranging from SMEs to large, complex entities. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and offers excellent opportunities for progression for those who thrive in a hands-on, multi-disciplinary setting. Key Responsibilities • Lead, mentor, and develop an internal team delivering high-quality outsourced finance services., • Manage a diverse client portfolio, acting as a key point of contact for financial queries., • Oversee production of management accounts, cashflow forecasting, and financial reporting., • Maintain lead schedules, fixed asset registers, accruals, prepayments, and loan administration., • Attend client board meetings (virtually or in person), presenting financial insights and recommendations., • Oversee ledger management, VAT returns, payment runs, and credit control., • Liaise with auditors, HMRC, and other professional advisors including lawyers and tax specialists., • Support wider commercial activities such as refinancing, acquisitions, disposals, and sector-specific compliance requirements., • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), • Experienced finance professional with strong management accounting and commercial insight., • Confident in managing teams—delegating, supporting, and developing individuals., • Able to build strong, trusting relationships with clients and stakeholders., • Comfortable working autonomously while overseeing multiple workflows and deadlines., • Highly organised, detail-oriented, and adaptable to working across varied industries., • Join a fast-growing business offering excellent progression., • Work in an environment that blends the best of practice and industry., • Exposure to a diverse and interesting client base across sectors such as renewable energy, charities, shipping, retail, and more., • Opportunity to shape a team, influence processes, and take on increasing responsibility.