Finance Manager

As a Finance Manager at Ultimate Performance, your primary responsibilities will include leading and mentoring finance teams across the UK, Europe, and Singapore, overseeing day-to-day operations to ensure compliance and accuracy, managing month-end processes, and driving improvements in reporting practices. You will also prepare external reporting for board packs and manage intercompany reconciliations, cash flow optimization, and assist in audits.

To apply for the Finance Manager position at Ultimate Performance, you should have a bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field. Additionally, being a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) is essential. Previous management experience within a finance team is highly regarded, alongside excellent organizational skills and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Ultimate Performance prides itself on a collaborative and high-performance work culture. As a Finance Manager, you will be encouraged to foster this environment for your team, focusing on continuous improvement and professional development while also supporting the overall goals of the organization.

At Ultimate Performance, career growth is a priority. As a Finance Manager, you will have opportunities to mentor team members and lead projects that challenge and develop your skills. The company emphasizes professional development and offers benefits like a referral policy and access to health and wellness programs to support your career and personal growth.

Ultimate Performance offers a range of enticing perks for its Finance Manager, including 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a salary sacrifice pension scheme, a Simply Health policy for healthcare expenses, and discounts on various fitness-related products. Additionally, there are hybrid working options and weekly fitness classes to promote a healthy work-life balance.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of your leadership style, mention how you approach mentoring your team, and discuss any challenges you’ve faced. Highlight how your management contributed to team successes and ultimately the business's financial performance.

Detail your systematic approach to compliance, mentioning how you stay updated with changing regulations and incorporate best practices into your team's operations. Sharing past examples where you successfully maintained compliance will reinforce your answer.

Describe your background in preparing financial reports and performing detailed analyses. Mention the types of reports you have created, the software you’ve used, and how your insights have led to actionable decisions within the organization.

In your response, emphasize your problem-solving skills by discussing a specific instance where you identified a financial discrepancy and the steps you took to resolve it. This could include collaboration with your team or using analytical skills to trace the root cause.

Discuss some key strategies you have implemented to improve cash flow, such as improving accounts receivable collection processes, streamlining procurement processes, or managing expenses. Be prepared to back up your techniques with measurable results from your previous roles.

Share a detailed example of how you managed a budget in a previous role. Explain how you forecasted needs, allocated resources, and monitored expenditures. Highlight any challenges faced and how you adapted to ensure budget adherence.

Express your views on the importance of technology in finance management, discussing any specific tools or software you’ve utilized that enhance efficiency and data accuracy. Mention how automation and data analytics can aid decision-making processes.

Talk about how you coordinate tasks, communicate effectively, and ensure all team members understand their roles during month-end closes. Providing specific strategies you’ve implemented for a smoother close can demonstrate your effectiveness as a leader.

Explain the processes you follow for intercompany reconciliations, emphasizing accuracy and timeliness. It’s beneficial to illustrate your methods for ensuring all transactions are properly documented and reflected in financial statements.

Discuss the metrics and key performance indicators you monitor regularly. Describe how you analyze data, interpret trends, and apply insights to recommend actions that enhance financial performance.