Finance Manager

Company: OpenRent
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Location: London
Job Description:

We’re looking for a proactive Finance Manager who will support the finance function in a fast-moving, technology-led business, who thrives on complex challenges, and is passionate about solving real-world problems. Working closely with the Head of Finance, you will ensure our private equity-backed business maintains strong day-to-day financial control and operational efficiency as it continues to scale.

You’ll bring strong technical skills, a practical approach to problem-solving, and the ability to turn financial data into clear, meaningful insights for the wider business. It’s a hugely varied position with massive scope, giving you the chance to get involved in all areas of finance as we grow. If you love a fast-paced environment where your ideas matter, and you want to work with a company that’s changing lives through technology, this is the role for you.

  • Manage month-end and year-end close processes smoothly and accurately, including balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset registers, and the monthly management reporting packs.

  • Prepare VAT returns and FCA filings within strict deadlines, taking full ownership of statutory accounts and the annual audit process.

  • Provide accurate financial data to support forecasting.

  • Monitor expenditure and profitability trends, delivering practical analysis to guide commercial decision-making.

  • Review existing financial workflows to eliminate inefficiencies, automate manual tasks, and improve reporting speed.

  • Collaborate across teams to deeply understand user needs and deliver revolutionary solutions.

  • Influence company-wide decisions and have a say in what we build and how we build it.

  • Flexible working hours

  • Monthly team social events

  • Weekly team lunches

  • 25 days holiday per year

  • Private health Insurance including optical and dental with Vitality

  • Free office breakfast, drinks + snacks

  • Weekly yoga sessions

  • In-office massage

  • Annual company away weekend – in the past, we’ve gone to French chateaus and a Portuguese beach resort

  • Sociable office in the heart of Brixton with ping pong, pool, table football, and roof terrace

  • Unlimited Learning & Development Budget

  • Cycle-to-work Scheme

  • Annual company away office in Europe

  • Enhanced Family Leave Policy

  • WFH Budget

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA or ACCA) with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience. Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail and sharp numerical acumen. Proven problem-solver who thrives under pressure and manages competing priorities effectively. Solid experience of core finance processes, reconciliations, and controls – including month-end close, statutory reporting, and VAT. Proficient excel user, financial modelling experience is considered a plus. Proven experience with finance systems. Experience working with external specialists and advisers on finance matters. A collaborative mindset and a drive to solve challenging, real-world problems. Genuine excitement about reshaping the rental industry through innovative solutions. Experience in a start-up or scale-up would be beneficial.

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026