Finance Accounting Manager

Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for precision, leadership, and strategic impact? \\n\\nThe organisation:\\nA leading industrial manufacturer, they hold 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.\\n\\nThe role:\\nAn exciting opportunity for a Financial Accounting Manager to lead core financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit processes within a dynamic and growing finance team.

\\n\\nWhat You'll Be Doing: \\n\\nManaging statutory accounts and audit processes for UK entities \\nLeading tax reporting, VAT returns, and liaising with external tax advisors. \\nOverseeing accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset registers\\nDriving internal control testing and supporting group reporting. \\nManaging and mentoring a team, with scope for future growth \\nWhat We're Looking For: \\n\\nACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent) \\nStrong technical knowledge of tax, audit, and financial reporting.

\\nAdvanced Excel skills and ERP experience. \\nA proactive, organised leader with excellent communication skills. \\nManufacturing experience is advantageous.

\\nUK experience with the right to work in the UK without expiry or sponsorship\\nAble to make an impact in a complex manufacturing organisation\\nPeople management and leadership experience\\nAdditional Information\\n\\nSector: Manufacturing\\nLocation: South East Leeds\\nDirect report x 1\\n4 Days on site, 1 day from home\\nCore Hours Working 8:30 – 17:00\\nBonus\\nCompany pension contribution of up to 10%\\nPrivate healthcare for you, with option to add family\\nGroup life cover at 6x your annual salary\\nGlobal Income Protection (PHI)\\nEnhanced maternity and paternity pay\\nStaff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme\\nDedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones\\nSelected discounts on products\\n\\nWhat you need to do now \\nThis 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.\\n\\nIf 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.\\n\\nHays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)