What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager, HAYS position at Guardian Jobs?
Greener Ealing Ltd (GEL) is a local authority trading company delivering sustainable waste, recycling, street cleansing, grounds maintenance and parking services on behalf of Ealing Council. With over 400 frontline staff, they are proud to provide high-quality environmental services that keep the borough clean, safe, and green. GEL aims to be a positive part of the community and help residents and businesses increase their recycling rates, reduce waste, and together make Ealing a place where people are happy to live, work and visit.
We are now seeking a Finance Manager to play a key role in supporting GEL’s vision of being recognised as one of the leading environmental service providers in West London and across the capital.
Role Purpose
At GEL, their values guide everything they do:
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation that is making a real difference in the community. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping GEL’s financial future while working in line with our values to achieve a greener, cleaner Ealing.
Please contact Jan McQuaker or Neha Taneja for an informal conversation about the role on 0207 259 8745.
Closing date: 18th January 2026.
Candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so please do not wait until the closing date to apply.
We are now seeking a Finance Manager to play a key role in supporting GEL’s vision of being recognised as one of the leading environmental service providers in West London and across the capital.
Role Purpose
- Deliver a first-class financial management service.
- Lead by example, fostering a positive and collaborative work culture.
- Identify improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
- Produce monthly accounts on a timely basis and support stakeholders to manage their budgets and provide decision-making support.
- Train/ mentor a team member to upskill them and assist them with their development.
- Implement and maintain accounting procedures and policies.
- Prepare long-term forecasts, business plans, VAT returns, and assist with statutory accounts preparation and the audit.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns in accordance with HMRC requirements
- Ensure quality control standards are consistently met and contribute to efficiency improvements.
- You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or CIMA) or be a part-qualified accountant who is actively studying and is committed to qualifying in the next year.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and advanced Excel skills including pivot tables.
- Experience of producing performance reports and analysis to support decision-making.
- Excellent communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines, work independently, and inspire others.
At GEL, their values guide everything they do:
- Customer Comes First – delivering the best for our community.
- Collaboration – working together as one team.
- Caring – prioritising health, safety, and wellbeing.
- Committed – driving innovation and continuous improvement.
- Company pension – 5% contribution
- 24 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Employee benefits (Kaarp)
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP service)
- Cycle Scheme
- Supportive team environment
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation that is making a real difference in the community. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping GEL’s financial future while working in line with our values to achieve a greener, cleaner Ealing.
Please contact Jan McQuaker or Neha Taneja for an informal conversation about the role on 0207 259 8745.
Closing date: 18th January 2026.
Candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so please do not wait until the closing date to apply.