Finance Manager

Job Title: Financial Accounting Manager - 18 month FTC

Location:

North West England, South Manchester (commutable from Wilmslow, Cheadle, Alderley Edge, Stockport, Runcorn etc).

Job Type:

Contract, 18 month FTC (not day rate), Full-Time hours, Hybrid 3 days in the office/2 WFH

Job Duties:

• Manage and oversee financial accounting activities for the UK and Ireland
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Tax returns - VAT, Corporation Tax etc.
• Balance sheet reconciliation
• Monitor and analyse financial data
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations
• Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
• Provide financial analysis and support to senior management
• Manage and mentor a small team

Required Qualifications:

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Proven experience in financial accounting
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities

Knowledge and Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP such as SAP or Oracle
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a managerial or supervisory role
• Knowledge of IFRS reporting standards