Job Description
Group Financial AccountantNorthamptonshire£65,000 – £70,000 + Bonus & Benefits Are you a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise currently working in a hands-on month-end role? Or perhaps you’re in practice and ready to transition into your first industry position within a growing, commercially focused environment? We are working with a well-established and expanding manufacturing organisation in Northamptonshire that is seeking a Group Financial Accountant to join its high-performing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a pivotal group-level role within a business experiencing sustained growth and investment.The Business:
* Established manufacturing organisation with a strong market presence
* Significant expansion over recent years, including consistent headcount growth
* Forward-thinking leadership team with ambitious long-term plans
* Supportive environment ideal for either a first move from practice or progression within industry
The Opportunity This position plays a central role within the finance function, taking ownership of group financial accounting and reporting activities. Reporting into senior leadership, you will provide technical expertise, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and drive best practice across financial processes and controls. You will manage the full month-end cycle and oversee a small team, working within a wider collaborative finance department. The role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, statutory compliance, and strategic support.Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the preparation and delivery of the monthly reporting cycle, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow.
* Provide detailed analysis and commentary to support senior management decision-making.
* Ensure accuracy and integrity of balance sheet reconciliations, including oversight of fixed assets, leases and depreciation
* Monitor and implement changes in accounting standards where required.
* Manage the statutory audit process and liaise with external auditors
* Prepare technical accounting papers on complex or judgement-based matters.
* Maintain and enhance group accounting policies and procedures
* Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks.
* Support wider financial risk management processes
About You:
* ACA or ACCA qualified
* Strong technical accounting knowledge with post-qualification experience
* Experience resolving complex accounting matters
* Highly proficient in Excel
* Strong communicator with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders
* Well organised, resilient and capable of managing competing deadlines
* Background in either industry finance or a mid-tier practice environment
Salary & Benefits:
* £65,000 – £70,000 plus bonus
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Private medical cover and life assurance
* A dynamic and fast-evolving sector offering genuine career progression