Accounting Manager

SeAH Wind; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SeAH Wind is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead its finance operations, delivering accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and statutory compliance.

You will manage month-end close, UK tax, audits, and a high-performing finance team while partnering with commercial and operational functions to support budgeting and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Significant experience in financial accounting and reporting within a UK business environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience managing audits and working with external auditors.
• Sound understanding of UK VAT and corporation tax compliance.
• Proven people management and team leadership experience.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP/accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with IFRS.
• Manage quarter-end and year-end group reporting submissions to the parent company.
• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and fixed asset registers.
• Ensure timely production of accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements and timely filings with Companies House.
• Coordinate the annual audit process with external auditors.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and tax legislation to maintain compliance.
• Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and payroll processing.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Excel

ERP systems

UK VAT understanding

Audit coordination

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Accounting Manager to lead our finance operations and ensure the delivery of accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls, and statutory compliance. Reporting to senior management, you will play a key role in managing the financial close process, overseeing compliance obligations, and developing a high-performing finance team.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys partnering with stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with IFRS.
• Manage quarter-end and year-end group reporting submissions to the parent company.
• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and fixed asset registers.
• Ensure timely production of accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

Statutory Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure compliance with all statutory reporting requirements and timely filing obligations with Companies House.
• Manage UK tax compliance activities, including:
  • VAT returns and Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements
  • Corporation tax computations and supporting schedules
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and coordinate the annual audit process.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and tax legislation, ensuring ongoing compliance.

Financial Controls & Operations

• Maintain and enhance internal control frameworks, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and minimise financial risk.
• Oversee daily finance operations, including:
  • Accounts Payable (AP)
  • Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • Payroll processing
• Ensure financial processes are efficient, well documented, and aligned with best practice.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, controls, and reporting processes.

Team Leadership & Business Partnership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance assistants and accountants.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the finance function.
• Partner with commercial and operational teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Provide financial insight and guidance to support business decision-making.

About You

Essential Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Significant experience in financial accounting and reporting within a UK business environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience managing audits and working with external auditors.
• Sound understanding of UK VAT and corporation tax compliance.
• Proven people management and team leadership experience.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP/accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

• Experience within a multinational or group reporting environment.
• Experience improving financial processes and internal controls.
• Knowledge of payroll accounting and fixed asset management.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic business initiatives.