Financial Reporting Accountant

SJC Partners; Manchester (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-paced, forward-thinking company as a Financial Reporting Accountant. In this hybrid role, you will lead a finance team, ensuring accurate management accounts and reporting across multiple entities. You'll oversee budgeting, forecasting, and audits while mentoring your team and collaborating with stakeholders. This innovative firm offers a generous holiday package, unlimited referral bonuses, and ongoing training in a supportive culture. If you're ready to elevate your finance career, apply now to thrive in a role that values your contributions.

Benefits

Generous holiday package + day off for your birthday

Unlimited refer-a-friend bonus (£1,000 per referral)

Staff awards & recognition

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and development

Vibrant, supportive culture

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge of accounting standards.
• Proven track record in team leadership and people development.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Produce and review financial and management accounts.
• Oversee audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Accounting Standards Knowledge (IFRS, FRS 102)

Excel Skills

Team Leadership

Financial Reporting

Budgeting and Forecasting

Education

Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Job description

Description: Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
Hours: Monday Friday, 37.5 hours/week
Role: Financial Reporting Accountant (Qualified Accountant) 3 Month Fixed Contract With Extension.

Join a fast-paced, forward-thinking company offering:

• Generous holiday package + day off for your birthday
• Unlimited refer-a-friend bonus (£1,000 per referral)
• Staff awards & recognition
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training, development, and a vibrant, supportive culture
• Hybrid working

The Role:

You'll lead a small finance team, ensuring accurate and timely production of management accounts and reporting across multiple business entities in the group. This includes overseeing month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, financial audits, and stakeholder reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce and review financial and management accounts
• Lead month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations
• Oversee audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
• Improve reporting processes and support financial compliance
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and performance management for the finance team
• Partner with non-financial stakeholders and contribute to strategic discussions

About You:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards (e.g. IFRS, FRS 102)
• Confident team leader with a proven track record in people development
• Excellent Excel skills and attention to detail
• Strong communicator who can explain financial information to all levels

Ready to take the next step in your finance career?
Apply now to join a business that values your input, supports your development, and creates space for you to thrive.