Financial Accounting Manager
| Posting date: | 14 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £60,000.0 to £70,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £65,000 plus bonus |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bury, Greater Manchester, ol11bb |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4761553_1768416293 |
Summary
Your new company
Your new business are a global leader in manufacturing. This organisation is a global leader in advanced textiles and materials processing, with a strong international presence and a long established reputation in its sector. It also plays a significant role in the aerospace industry.
Your new role
In your new role as Financial Accounting Manager you will be leading the accounting function and managing the full financial accounting life cycle for the European entities, including General Ledger and Accounts Receivable, as well as overseeing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close. It requires maintaining strong internal controls, ensuring full SOX compliance, coordinating internal and external audits across multiple countries, preparing accurate financial statements in line with US GAAP and local statutory requirements, and supporting tax compliance in partnership with the Tax team. A key part of the position is improving processes, driving automation and optimisation of the close across the region, and supporting enhancements and implementations of the ERP system.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be ACA/ACCA/CPA Qualified ideally beginning in a Big 4 audit firm and followed by a leadership position within a complex multinational manufacturing environment. You will have strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX, with the confidence to explain complex accounting standards.You will be experienced in managing multiple entities at the same time and be comfortable working across different countries, tax systems, and time zones. Advanced SAP S4/HANA skills are essential, along with a solid understanding of data flows and how to use technology to streamline the month end close. The position requires strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
What you'll get in return
You will recieve a salary of up to £70,000 plus bonus and benefits. You will join a stable and highly respected business with a strong international footprint and a culture that values expertise, collaboration, and long term commitment. You will have the opportunity to shape a key finance function, influence decision making at a senior level, and work with a supportive leadership team that invests in professional growth.
What you need to do now
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