Job Description
Financial Accounting Manager
Location: Haddenham | Reporting to: Financial Controller | Permanent, Full-Time
The Opportunity
This is a rare chance to join a well-established, internationally backed organisation as a key leader within its Finance & Control function. You'll take ownership of the full accounting cycle, lead a talented team, and play a central role in shaping the integrity and efficiency of financial operations. If you're a qualified finance professional with a track record in financial reporting, compliance, and team leadership - and you're ready to make a genuine impact - we want to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
Financial Close & Reporting
* Own and manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes
* Ensure all journals, reconciliations, and reports are completed accurately and on time
* Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide clear variance analysis
Team Leadership
* Lead, coach, and develop a finance team, allocating resource effectively to meet deadlines
* Delegate confidently and direct the team with clarity and purpose
Compliance & Audit
* Coordinate seamlessly with external and internal audit teams
* Assist the Controller with statutory accounts preparation and ensure full regulatory compliance
* Prepare and submit VAT returns and support tax working papers and computations
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Partner with other departments to align processes and controls
* Share best practice with peer managers and provide expert guidance on complex accounting transactions
What We're Looking For
* Qualified accountant ACA, ACCA or CIMA, ideally with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience or active studier
* University degree in a relevant discipline useful
* Proven people management experience, with the ability to coach and direct a team
* Strong Excel skills and comfortable managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines
* Excellent attention to detail, analytical mindset, and a quality-driven approach
* A confident communicator and natural networker who builds trust across the business
* Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to handle pressure with professionalism
Why This Role?
You'll be joining an organisation with genuine substance - global backing, clear process, and a finance function that values both technical excellence and personal development. There is real growth potential here, with the opportunity to step up and broaden your remit as the business evolves.
What's On Offer?
A starting salary of 50-55k (depending on experience) and potential bonus, good benefits such as enhanced holiday entitlement and pension, private medical, hybrid working and free onsite parking.