Finance Operations Manager

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Finance Operations Manager

Central London (Hybrid)

£45,000 - £55,000 + bonus + great benefits

Who are we

Cloudscaler is a UK-based cloud consultancy that helps government and regulated industries move fast, stay secure, and build with confidence on AWS. We're engineers at heart-trusted by clients to deliver cloud-native solutions that scale, stay compliant, and get to production quickly.

As Finance Operations Manager at Cloudscaler you will play a key role, being accountable for all financial tasks, transforming our financial processes through automation and technology whilst providing crucial financial insights to support our rapid growth. You will serve as the financial backbone for Cloudscaler, combining operational excellence with strategic financial analysis.

What you'll do
• Manage the full accounts receivable process, invoice submission portals and purchase order systems.
• Process payroll and accounts payable accurately
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements on a weekly basis
• Manage expense claims and reimbursements
• Ensure our lenders audit requirements are adhered to and key documents uploaded within agreed timescales
• Track and report on key financial metrics including revenue, gross profit, and profit margins by account
• Prepare monthly management accounts with meaningful commentary and recommendations
• Develop and maintain cashflow forecasts, providing early warning of potential shortfalls
• Act as the system administrator for Xero and related financial software
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes using technology and AI
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls and procedures
• Develop and document standardised financial processes
• Research and recommend new technologies to enhance financial operations
• Liaise with external accountants to facilitate quarterly and annual accounts preparation
• Ensure compliance with UK tax regulations (VAT, PAYE, corporation tax)

What we're looking for

• Prior experience implementing financial process automation
• Experience providing financial analysis that has dirven business decisions
• A background in managing cashflow and financial reporting in a growing company
• Worked within a rapidly growing professsional services or technology company
• Advanced proficiency with Xero accounting software, including customisation and reporting
• Expert-level Excel skills including complex formulas, pivot tables and data visualisation
• Ability to create clear financial reports for non-financial stakeholders
• Understanding of UK taxation requirements for SMEs
• Knowledge of financial controls and compliance requirements
• Awareness of AI applications in financial operations and the value they can add

Why join us?

• People-first, inclusive culture - We thrive on trust, openness, and collaboration, with regular socials, quarterly company days and town halls plus, a committed signatory to the Tech Talent Charter

• Tailored career growth - Enjoy individual development plans, sponsored training and relevant certifications, transparent promotion tracks and 5 training days per year

• Comprehensive, flexible benefits - Bonus, 25 days annual leave + 5 days training or voluntary leave days, private GP, life/disability cover, Cycle to Work, bike storage, dog friendly offices, and remote/hybrid working

• Industry-leading AWS expert team - As an AWS Advanced & Well Architected Partner, we build secure, scalable cloud platforms for major enterprises

Additional Perks
• Buy holiday scheme
• Wellbeing & mental health support
• Individual training budget + exam costs covered
• Recruitment and customer referral bonuses
• Public holiday opt-out scheme

Interview Process

1. Chat with Talent Team

2. Remote interview with Hiring Manager

3. Final in-person with Leadership Team

Cloudscaler are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, parental status, religion or medical history.

If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know when you speak to our Talent Acquisition team or contact talent@cloudscaler.com at the earliest opportunity.