Financial Accounts Manager in Manchester

Ibex Marina Ropes Ltd are a privately owned manufacturer of fibre ropes, cords, and braids, servicing a wide range of markets including Military, Aerospace, Outdoor leisure, and Marine safety. Financially stable with a turnover of c£3 million, employing 35 people, the business provides an excellent culture and opportunities for career progression.

Recently moved into a brand-new production facility at Pilsworth - BL9 8RZ, close to Junction 3 of the M66 and easily connected to the Manchester orbital motorway. Due to the location, the successful candidates must have own transport such as a car, there is free on-site parking.

Summary: Ibex Marina Ropes Ltd is seeking an experienced Financial Accounts Manager to take ownership of the company’s financial reporting, controls, and statutory compliance. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial management, supporting strategic decision-making, and maintaining robust financial governance within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities of a Financial Accounts Manager:

• Manage all aspects of the company’s financial accounts and reporting
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow
• Processing of Sales Invoices/Purchase Invoices
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit control
• Manage payroll processes and pension submissions
• Ensure compliance with VAT, Corporation Tax, PAYE, and other statutory obligations
• Monitor and improve internal financial controls and processes
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Provide financial insight and reporting to senior management
• Assist with cost control and margin analysis within a manufacturing environment
• Control of all HR records
• Point of contact for all IT issues

Requirements to be successful as a Financial Accounts Manager:

• AAT qualified or strong qualified-by-experience background or part qualified CIMA / ACCA
• Producing monthly management accounts within a SME
• VAT returns, PAYE, and HMRC compliance
• Cash flow management and forecasting
• Budgeting and financial planning
• Microsoft Business Central accounting software (full training will be given)
• Payroll administration (Sage Payroll), including pensions and statutory deductions
• Liaising with external auditors and professional advisors
• Experience of working with Microsoft Office suite with particular emphasis on Excel
• Experience within a production-based business (highly desirable)
• Knowledge of Export Licence Applications
• Ability to work independently, whilst taking ownership of the finance function and working collaboratively with all stakeholders
• Strong organisational, time-management and prioritising skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Robust in character with the ability to work well under pressure to the accounting timetable
• Conscientious, smart and presentable
• Managing stressful situations, resolving problems and projects in an efficient manner
• Fluent in the English language
• Clear and Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

What is in it for you?

• Competitive salary in the range of £30,000 to £45,000 subject to experience
• Pension plan
• 28 days holiday (including bank and public holidays)
• Working with a close-knit friendly team
• New factory with modern offices

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 to 17:00. The role will be based on-site 5 days per week out of Bury; however, there may be travel to parent company when required. There may also be a requirement to work outside of standard hours on occasions for business needs.

If you are interested in the opportunity to help Ibex Marina Ropes to continue our legacy of excellence, apply by forwarding your CV together with your current base salary, benefits, notice period and location. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK on a permanent full-time basis.

Due to a high volume of applications we are receiving, we are unable to respond to each candidate personally. If you have not heard from us within 10 days, unfortunately, your application will not have been successful.