Financial Accounting Manager in 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 Information

• Sector: Manufacturing
• Location: South East Leeds
• Direct report x 1
• 4 Days on site, 1 day from home
• Core Hours Working 8:30 – 17:00
• Bonus
• Company pension contribution of up to 10%
• Private healthcare for you, with option to add family
• Group life cover at 6x your annual salary
• Global Income Protection (PHI)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Staff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme
• Dedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones
• Selected 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.
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