Financial Accounting Manager

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 InformationSector: ManufacturingLocation: South East LeedsDirect report x 14 Days on site, 1 day from homeCore Hours Working 8:30 - 17:00BonusCompany pension contribution of up to 10%Private healthcare for you, with option to add familyGroup life cover at 6x your annual salaryGlobal Income Protection (PHI)Enhanced maternity and paternity payStaff discount platform & Cycle to Work schemeDedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestonesSelected 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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