Financial Accounting Manager

Hays; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in South East Leeds seeks a Financial Accounting Manager to lead financial reporting and compliance. The role involves managing audit processes, tax reporting, and a finance team. Ideal candidates will be ACCA/CIMA qualified with strong technical acumen and manufacturing experience. Join a dynamic environment fostering growth and leadership opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension contribution of up to 10%

Private healthcare including family option

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Staff discount platform

Cycle to Work scheme

Dedicated Service Awards

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACCA/CIMA.
• Strong technical knowledge of tax, audit, and financial reporting.
• Manufacturing experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage statutory accounts and audit processes.
• Lead tax reporting and liaise with external advisors.
• Mentor and manage a finance team.

Skills

Tax

Audit

Financial Reporting

Leadership

Communication

Excel

Education

ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

ERP

Job description

Financial Accounting Manager Manufacturing Permanent - South East Leeds

Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for precision, leadership, and strategic impact?

The organisation:
A leading manufacturer of industrial products with a dominant position and a strong brand both in the UK and across Europe. Their UK facility serves as a key hub for R&D and global innovation.

The role:
An exciting opportunity for a Financial Accounting Manager to lead core financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit processes within a dynamic and growing finance team.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Managing statutory accounts and audit processes for UK entities
• Leading tax reporting, VAT returns, and liaising with external tax advisors.
• Overseeing accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset registers
• Driving internal control testing and supporting group reporting.
• Managing and mentoring a team, with scope for future growth

What We're Looking For:

• ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong technical knowledge of tax, audit, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience.
• A proactive, organised leader with excellent communication skills.
• Manufacturing experience is advantageous.
• UK experience with the right to work in the UK without expiry or sponsorship
• Able to make an impact in a complex manufacturing organisation
• People management and leadership experience

Additional Information

Sector: Manufacturing

Location: South East Leeds

Direct report x 1

4 Days on site, 1 day from home

Core Hours Working 8:30 - 17:00

Bonus

Company pension contribution of up to 10%

Private healthcare for you, with option to add family

Group life cover at 6x your annual salary

Global Income Protection (PHI)

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Staff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme

Dedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones

Selected discounts on products

What you need to do now
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to step into a high-impact role and shape the financial integrity of a forward-thinking business. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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