2025-165803 Accounting Manager

Matchtech; Fareham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in Fareham is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead finance operations and ensure statutory compliance. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of post-qualification experience and will oversee financial reporting, internal controls, and team development. Strong understanding of accounting standards and advanced Excel skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years post-qualification experience in accounting.
• Strong understanding of statutory reporting and internal controls.
• Hands-on and detail-oriented with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage statutory accounts preparation and audit process.
• Lead internal control activities and cash flow forecasting.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Strong understanding of accounting standards

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving ability

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Accounting Manager

We're seeking a qualified Finance Manager (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) to lead core finance operations, statutory compliance, and team development within a dynamic and fast-paced environment in the aerospace sector.

You’ll oversee financial reporting, statutory audit, internal controls, treasury, payroll, and taxation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all processes. Working closely with senior management and commercial teams, you’ll drive continuous improvement and deliver insight to support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee month‑end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and accurate financial reporting (IFRS/FRS102).
• Manage statutory accounts preparation and the end‑to‑end audit process.
• Lead internal control activities and annual reviews, ensuring compliance with Group standards.
• Supervise treasury and credit management, cash flow forecasting, and banking activities.
• Oversee payroll accounting, tax submissions (VAT, corporation tax), and year‑end compliance.
• Lead and develop a small finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and improvement.

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with 2‑5 years’ post‑qualification experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, statutory reporting, and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel skills; SAP experience an advantage.
• Excellent communicator and problem solver, comfortable working under pressure and to deadlines.
• Hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and proactive with a continuous improvement mindset.