Accounting Manager

Morson Group; Chester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A large manufacturing company is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead a finance team at their Flintshire location. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in UK GAAP and significant experience in finance management within manufacturing. This on-site role offers competitive salary, generous leave, and opportunities for professional development in a rapidly growing environment.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + statutory

Pension 6% ER, 2% EE

Exposure to international operations

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with at least 5 years in finance management.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and statutory accounting.
• Comfortable in a hands-on role within a growing business.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate year-end accounts compliant with UK GAAP.
• Oversee VAT, corporation tax, and withholding tax compliance.
• Supervise and develop a finance team of 3.

Skills

UK GAAP knowledge

Tax and VAT expertise

SAP proficiency

Excel skills

Team leadership

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Role: Accounting Manager
Location: Flintshire/ Cheshire border (On-site)
Salary: £Negotiable
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Experience Level: Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 5+ years in a similar role
Are you a technically strong accountant with a passion for process, compliance, and leading high-performing teams?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can help shape the finance function of a newly established, fast-growing manufacturing business?

Morson are partnering exclusively with a large manufacturing business located in Flintshire, our search is for an Accounting Manager, to support the UK operations of a wider international group with revenues exceeding ₠1 billion. The UK business is scaling rapidly, targeting an £80m turnover and headcount of 200+ by 2027.

You'll play a critical role in leading a small on-site finance team, driving robust financial controls, overseeing year-end accounts, audit, tax, and statutory compliance, while collaborating closely with wider UK and European finance colleagues.

Key Responsibilities of the Accounting Manager:
• Deliver accurate and timely year-end accounts compliant with UK GAAP
• Audit, working with external auditors as required
• Manage the trial balance and monthly closing cycle
• Oversee VAT, corporation tax, and withholding tax compliance
• Drive the PO and fixed asset management processes
• Collaborate on intercompany loans and group-level tax matters
• Supervise and develop a team of 3 (AP & Billing)
• Partner with procurement, logistics, sales, Management Accountants and treasury to ensure strong controls
• Contribute to capital allowance processes and inventory accounting
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and system enhancements

About You:
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• At least 5 years' experience in a finance management role, ideally within manufacturing or industrial sectors
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and statutory accounting
• Experience and a passion with tax, VAT, and intercompany accounting
• Proficient in SAP and Excel
• Comfortable operating in a hands-on role within a growing, evolving business
• Excellent communicator, team leader, and process-oriented thinker

What's on Offer:
• Generous starting salary (negotiable)
• 26 days annual leave + statutory days
• Pension 6% ER, 2% EE
• Exposure to international operations and cross-border collaboration
• A role suited to someone who enjoys technical accounting, statutory reporting, and tax compliance
• Supportive leadership and a culture of growth and professional development

If you're looking to bring your technical accounting expertise into a business with exciting growth ambitions and a supportive, collaborative culture, this could be your ideal next move.
To be considered for this fantastic opportunity, you must APPLY NOW, making sure to attach your up-to-date CV.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial telephone interview. If selected from the shortlist, a formal interview process will then begin.

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