Accounting & FPA Team Leader Role

SF Recruitment; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing leader is seeking a Financial Team Lead in Stafford to manage a team and oversee month-end reporting, audits, and financial projections. The ideal candidate will possess a professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA/AAT) and have over 6 years of relevant experience. This role offers a salary of up to £55,000, a 12-month fixed-term contract, and a hybrid work arrangement after the handover period, including benefits like free on-site parking and 25 days of leave.

Benefits

Free On-site Parking

25 Days Holidays and Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• 6+ years of accounting experience, with 2+ years of team management preferred.
• Strong IT skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Able to prioritise tasks, work under pressure, and deliver accurate results.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 3.
• Lead annual audits and manage auditors/tax advisors.
• Prepare cashflow, budgets, and forecasts.

Skills

Team management

Analytical skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified/part-qualified CIMA/ACCA/AAT or QBE

Tools

SAP 4 Hana

Job description

Overview

Our client is a global manufacturer with over 150 years of history and operations in more than 50 countries. With around 9,000 employees worldwide and a turnover of approximately €1.9 billion, they are recognised for their innovation, sustainability, and long-term growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop team of 3
• Month-end process & reporting to group
• Lead annual audits and manage auditors/tax advisors
• Complete tax packs & legal returns
• Prepare cashflow, budgets, and forecasts
• Lead FP&A projects & maintain reports
• Oversee warranty and rebate reporting
• Review all balance sheet reconciliations
• Own internal controls (ISO9001) & fixed asset process
• Business partner with stakeholders
• Cover Finance Team Lead absence
• Handle ad hoc senior management requests

Requirements

• Qualified/part-qualified CIMA/ACCA/AAT or QBE with experience
• 6+ years accounting experience, 2+ years team management preferred
• SAP 4 Hana experience desirable (training provided)
• Strong IT, communication, analytical, and organisational skills
• Able to prioritise, work under pressure, and deliver accurately

Details

• Salary up to £55,000
• Contract: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
• Location: Burton on Trent DE14 (Hybrid - 2 Days Work From Home after Handover Period)
• Hours: 40 Hours/ Week (8:30 AM to 5 PM and 8 to 4:30 on Friday)
• Reports to: Financial Controller
• Benefits: Free On-site Parking, 25 Days Holidays and Bank Holidays

If this opportunity is of any interest, please share an updated copy of your CV with us and our consultant will be able to arrange a call. Alternatively, if you know of someone who might be interested please pass on this email.