Finance Manager

Finance Manager Education for Industry Group Full-Time Permanent Location: FRA Academy: Electra House – London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE About EFI Group EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence. About the role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join the EFI Group. In this role, you will lead and develop the Finance team, ensuring the delivery of an efficient, accurate and customer-focused finance service across the organisation. This is a varied and hands-on role, with responsibility for month-end reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls and the coordination of the annual audit. You will work closely with budget holders and key stakeholders, providing financial insight and support to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to lead key finance activities, develop and mentor team members, influence process improvements and contribute to the strategic development of the Finance function and wider organisation. The successful candidate will bring strong financial accounting experience, leadership skills and a collaborative approach to building relationships, developing teams and enhancing processes. Experience of Sage Intacct or a similar integrated finance system would be advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to combine hands-on financial management with team leadership, while making a meaningful contribution to the continued success of the EFI Group. About you Qualifications: Educated to A Level standard or equivalent, preferably in Maths, Accounting or a related discipline, with GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above). A CCAB qualification (ACCA, CIMA or ACA), or studying towards one, would be advanta