Accounting Manager

Bell Cornwall; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An international software company in Birmingham is seeking a qualified Accounting Manager to lead their EMEA accounting team. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations, ensuring financial accuracy, and preparing reports. Candidates must hold an ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification and have management experience. This hybrid role offers competitive pay between £45,000 and £60,000, appealing to those looking to drive financial efficiency within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in the finance and accountancy industry, especially within an international business.
• Management experience of minimum 2 years is necessary.
• Strong IT skills across accountancy software are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting team in EMEA, overseeing day-to-day accounting activities.
• Ensure month-end procedures are completed accurately and on-time.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong communication skills

IT skills across accountancy software

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Accounting Manager

BCR / AB / 31973

Birmingham city centre – Hybrid working (in office 2 days a week)

£45,000 – £60,000 p / a DoE

Bell Cornwall Recruitment are delighted to be working with an international software company based in the transport industry. They are looking for a qualified Accounting Manager to oversee their EMEA Accountancy team and drive financial efficiency throughout the business.

The Accounting Manager role :

This role oversees daily accounting team operations, with a focus on providing strong analytical skills and comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles. Duties include but are not limited to :

• Manage the accounting team in EMEA, overseeing day-to-day accounting activities, including AP, AR, bank reconciliation. (team of 3 / 4)
• Ensure month-end procedures are completed accurately and on-time.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses.
• Review tax returns and financial statements prepared by external accountants and auditors.
• Assist with the preparation of year-end working papers and provide audit support

The successful individual will have :

• Progressive experience in the finance and accountancy industry, with experience within international business MANDATORY
• MUST be fully ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
• Management experience is NECESSARY (minimum of 2 years)
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, comfortable presenting financial information to board members
• Experience within an EMEA role will be advantageous
• Strong IT skills across accountancy software, bespoke systems, and MS Excel

A fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant with management experience to take the next step in their career.