Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Technical Accountant/Finance Manager to join our dynamic team in Chester. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both technical and financial accounting, ideally alongside audit experience. You will be responsible for a small team, developing strategies for financial growth, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the end-to-end financial operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
* Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS/UK GAAP and other regulatory standards.
* Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, managing the entire audit process from planning to completion and implementing any recommended improvements.
* Provide strategic financial insights and guidance to the executive team to support long-term business planning and decision-making.
* Develop and maintain robust internal controls and financial policies to mitigate risk and improve efficiency across the finance function.
Required Skills & Qualifications
* ACA or ACCA qualified accountant.
* Proven experience in a senior accounting or finance manager role.
* Demonstrable experience managing external audit processes, either from an industry or practice perspective.
* Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and/or UK GAAP.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Nice-to-have Qualifications
* Experience working within a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
* Experience in team management and development.
PandoLogic. Keywords: Finance Manager, Location: Chester, ENG - CH3 5UL