Finance Manager at Egis Group

Manchester, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll Administration, Bank Transactions, Fixed Assets, Tax Compliance, Financial Forecasting, Budget Management, Performance Analysis, Cost Control, External Audits, Oracle, Sage, People Management, Stakeholder Communication

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 22,000 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world. Job Description The Egis Group has recently implemented a matrix model, introducing dual governance through the regions in addition to the Business Lines. Consequently, we have moved to consolidate corporate services in the UK to serve all Business Lines, delivering both dedicated business partnering and shared services. This role forms part of the finance team in the UK, reporting to the Project Director and managing the delivery of shared services across the UK. The scope of the shared services covers payables and payroll, invoicing and treasury management, and reporting and compliance. The finance function has been through a period of transformation over the past year, with entity specific finance resources being centralised into one UK finance team, and the migration onto a new ERP, Oracle. This role must now build upon that progress and ensure that all shared service activities have the correct level of stewardship, and demonstrable SLAs are in place, and regularly communicated to key stakeholders. There is a strong emphasis on people management to ensure the successful functioning of the team. This role would be based at our Manchester office. We operate a hybrid working policy, this role would require 2 to 3 days in the office each week. Responsibilities: Lead & coordinate all activities related to the day-to-day performance of the accounting, administration and reconciliation for the company and for the Government client Prepare weekly, monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with the contractual requirements, ensuring all reporting deadlines are met Responsible for overseeing accounts payable and vendor payment activities, accounts receivable, bank deposits, accounting software and banking transactions, fixed assets Responsible for overseeing monthly payroll, employee benefits and salary administration, payroll related reconciliations Responsible for regular performance scorecard analysis and reporting Manage tax functions, remittances and filings to comply with UK tax regulations Monitor and analyse monthly operating results against budget; manage the preparation of quarterly financial forecasts; conduct cost and control analysis to maximise return on assets Interact with management and conduct, perform, and submit financial report status reports, budget information, recommendations and problem alerts to management Develop and manage annual budget preparation, communicate actual to budget performance variances to department manager Act as project manager for finance and administration related projects on an as needed basis Manage external accounting and tax audits and all communication exchanges with external accounting firm or tax authorities Qualifications Professional certifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or ACA (preferred). Strong background in financial reporting, including preparing weekly, monthly, and annual financial statements. Hands-on experience in overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll administration, and managing banking transactions. Experience of working on projects with the Government would be beneficial Experience in financial forecasting, budget management, and performance analysis, including regular budget variance analysis. Familiarity with fixed asset management and financial reconciliation processes. Experience in external audits, including managing relationships with external accounting firms and tax authorities. Expertise in preparing financial reports in compliance with contractual requirements and meeting strict deadlines. Proficient in accounting software (Sage) and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) for daily operations, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Ability to liaise effectively with vendors, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth accounting operations Additional Information We are committed to our planet In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe. Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected. Business Line: Consulting and Operations Service Line: OnM Operations Region: Europe and Africa Job Family: General Finance Profession: Finance Manager III

Responsibilities

This role involves leading and coordinating daily accounting, administration, and reconciliation activities, including preparing weekly, monthly, and annual financial statements according to contractual requirements and deadlines. The manager is also responsible for overseeing accounts payable, payroll, tax functions, performance scorecards, and managing external audits.