Financial Accounting Manager

Michael Page; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare organization in Maidenhead is seeking a Financial Accounting Manager to lead financial reporting and ensure compliance. You will manage statutory accounting processes, review accounts, and provide technical accounting support. The ideal candidate should have ACA or ACCA qualifications with strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS. This position offers a fixed-term contract with a salary between £65,000 and £75,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Must be ACA or ACCA qualified accountant.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102) and IFRS (FRS101).
• Previous audit experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead statutory accounting processes, including audit planning and governance.
• Review statutory accounts and resolve related issues.
• Manage monthly divisional performance reporting.

Skills

Expertise in internal audit

Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102)

Excellent communication skills

Experience with IFRS (FRS101)

Technical accounting support

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Overview

The Financial Accounting Manager, based in Maidenhead, will lead financial reporting and ensure compliance across a global healthcare organisation, requiring strong expertise in internal audit, accounting, and regulatory standards.

Client Details

A global healthcare provider, who specialise in the development of diagnostic and medical device technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead statutory accounting processes, including audit planning and governance.
• Review statutory accounts and resolve related issues.
• Provide technical accounting support in areas such as:
  • Share-based payments
  • Impairment assessments
  • Revenue recognition
  • Lease accounting
  • IFRS disclosures
• Ensure strong financial controls across all areas of responsibility.
• Manage monthly divisional performance reporting and respond to ad hoc queries.
• Oversee planning and forecasting for UK entities and other supported departments.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Initiate intercompany recharges in line with transfer pricing policies.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence within the accounting team.

Profile

• Must be ACA or ACCA qualified accountant.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102) and IFRS (FRS101).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting and tax issues to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Previous audit experience is essential - a background within a Top 4 / mid-tier Accounting practice would be very beneficial due to the complexities of the role.

Job Offer

• Salary range of £65,000 to £75,000 per annum.
• 12 month Fixed-term contract with opportunities for skill development.
• Office location in Maidenhead

If you are ready to bring your expertise in accounting and finance to this exciting opportunity, apply today!