Accounting & Controlling Manager
Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Exp: 5-8 Years Key Focus: US GAAP, Reporting
The Role
Take full strategic ownership of a defined set of international entities. This is a high-visibility leadership role responsible for the integrity of the balance sheet and profit & loss statements, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SOx frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
- Entity Leadership: Lead all accounting activities for specific entities, signing off on financial quality and variance analysis.
- Team Management: Coach and develop an accounting team, overseeing month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Compliance & Audit: Manage statutory filings, tax requirements, and external audits. Maintain frequent contact with regulatory authorities.
- Strategic Advisory: Provide financial recommendations to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Senior Management.
- Innovation: Drive improvements in accounting procedures and planning systems (SAP).
Requirements
- Experience: 5-8 years in Finance/Accounting (Big 4 or multinational background preferred).
- Qualification: Degree in Finance/Accounting plus CPA, ACCA, or equivalent.
- Skills: Deep knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS and SOx. Proficiency in SAP is highly desirable.
- Competencies: Strong communicator, proactive leader, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Apply Now - Desired Start Date: ASAP
Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003
