Accounting Manager

Lord Search & Selection; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the finance function at a new manufacturing site in Chester. This role involves shaping a finance team, ensuring compliance with financial reporting, and collaborating with teams across the UK and Europe. The ideal candidate will be ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with a strong background in financial accounting, particularly in manufacturing. This position offers a unique opportunity for career growth within a successful international group.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a finance leadership role.
• Strong background in financial accounting within manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the on-site finance team.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Manage AP, billing, and cash forecasting.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax specialists.
• Oversee VAT and tax submissions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Financial reporting

Compliance with UK GAAP

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Use of SAP

Proficiency in Excel

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Manufacturing

Location: Chester / North West
Salary: 50,000 - 65,000 pa

About the Opportunity

A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a newly established manufacturing site in the North West. This UK operation is part of a hugely successful international manufacturing group and is focused on serving the UK & Ireland markets. The role offers the chance to shape and lead the finance function from the ground up, working closely with both UK and European teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small on-site finance team
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with UK GAAP and internal policies
• Manage AP, billing, PO processes, and cash forecasting
• Oversee fixed asset and inventory accounting
• Liaise with external auditors and tax specialists
• Ensure timely and compliant VAT, corporation tax, and withholding tax submissions
• Drive continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration
• Use SAP to manage financial processes and reporting

What We're Looking For

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar finance leadership role
• Ideally a strong background in financial accounting within manufacturing or industrial sectors
• Proficient in SAP and Excel
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Why Apply?

This is a rare chance to be part of a new venture with ambitious growth plans, backed by a stable and established international group. If you're ready to take ownership of a finance function and thrive in a hands-on leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Now

Please submit your CV quoting reference number 10132