Business Management jobs in United Kingdom

Have you ever used the self-checkout in a supermarket? Played the slots at Casino? Maybe you grabbed a drink from a vending machine or paid to park your car? If you answered with a resounding "YES", you have used one of the 10 million devices installed by Crane Payment Innovations (CPI).

We make the technology that powers everyday life, enabling more than 4 billion transactions every week in more than 143 currencies worldwide. From cash and coins to cards and mobile, we keep the world of payments moving with smart validation devices and business management software.

Headquartered in Malvern, PA, CPI is supported by >2,000 global associates, 7 manufacturing sites and 12 corporate offices and a national field service organization.

As the Accounting Supervisor, you will lead the UK finance team in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, ensuring compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements. You will oversee the month-end close process, manage AP/AR operations, support tax compliance, and coordinate audits. This role is pivotal in maintaining financial integrity and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.

• Month-End Close: Lead and manage the UK month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with UK GAAP, US GAAP and internal policies.
• SOX Compliance: Maintain and enhance internal control frameworks in line with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. Ensure documentation and testing of controls are up to date and effective.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Supervise AP and AR functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, collections, and reconciliations. Drive process improvements and automation where possible.
• Tax & Accounting: Support preparation and submission of VAT returns, corporate tax filings, and other statutory tax obligations. Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and liaise with external advisors as needed.
• Statutory Reporting: Prepare and review statutory financial statements for UK entities. Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and coordinate with external auditors during year-end audits.
• Audit Coordination: Act as the key contact for internal, external, and statutory audits. Prepare audit schedules, respond to queries, and implement recommendations.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor junior finance staff. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and professional development.

• AAT qualified or higher, qualified by experience
• Proven experience in financial accounting and reporting, ideally within a multinational or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP, IFRS, and SOX compliance
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP would be a preference) and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Management experience
• Experience in manufacturing and multinational company would be beneficial

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy
• Proactive and solution-focused
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

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CPI is part of Crane NXT
Crane NXT is a premier industrial technology company that provides proprietary and trusted technology solutions to secure, detect, and authenticate what matters most to its customers. The company is a pioneer in advanced, proprietary micro-optics technology for securing physical products, and its sophisticated electronic equipment and associated software leverages proprietary core capabilities with detection and sensing technologies. Crane NXT has approximately 4,000 employees with global operations and manufacturing facilities in the United States, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Japan, Switzerland, Germany, Sweden, and Malta. For more information, visit www.cranenxt.com.

CPI is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

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