We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join Paragon.
As the Finance Manager, you will play a critical role in delivering accurate, timely, and well-controlled accounting across operating expenses and balance sheet accounts. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys owning the detail, developing people, and continuously improving how finance operates.
Reporting into the Head of Overheads & Balance Sheet Accounting, you’ll lead a small team (2–3 accountants) and take accountability for overhead accounting, balance sheet integrity, and month-end delivery. You’ll be a key partner to FP&A, Tax, AP/AR, and Audit, ensuring the numbers are right, the story is clear, and controls are strong.
Main Responsibilities:
Overheads & Cost Control
- Oversee the recording, allocation, and accrual of operating expenses across cost centres
- Review cost allocations and support monthly variance analysis against budget and forecast
- Support recharge and intercompany processes, ensuring alignment with agreed methodologies
Balance Sheet Ownership
- Lead balance sheet reconciliations across key accounts (accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, provisions)
- Review journals, schedules, and supporting documentation
- Investigate and resolve reconciling items, driving aged balances to zero
Month-End Close & Reporting
- Own assigned close activities, delivering to tight deadlines
- Partner with AP, AR, Revenue, FP&A, and Tax to ensure a smooth close
- Prepare audit-ready documentation and contribute to balance sheet reviews
Controls, Compliance & Audit
- Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with IFRS and internal policies
- Support internal and external audit requests with confidence and clarity
- Proactively identify risks, issues, or control gaps and escalate where needed
Systems & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain accurate GL master data
- Drive improvements in reconciliations, allocations, and automation
- Support ERP enhancements or upgrade testing
People Leadership
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team
- Allocate work effectively, manage deadlines, and support performance conversations
What we’re looking for:
Essential
- Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or qualified by experience
- 5+ years’ experience across financial accounting and month-end close
- Experience leading or mentoring finance professionals
- Strong analytical skills with the confidence to challenge and resolve issues
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (Business Central, Oracle, or similar)
Desirable
- Experience in shared services or global finance environments
- Exposure to internal control frameworks
- Interest in automation and process optimisation
This is a remote role, but you must be based in the UK as travel to Paragon sites will be required.
Please note that due to the high volume of responses we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status.
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
Contract: Permanent
Location: Remote with UK travel