Sowena Group have exclusively partnered with a PE backed, high growth international manufacturing business in their search for a new Financial Accountant based in Manchester city center.
This international SME is in a phase of rapid growth and has ambitious plans to continue to scale. The finance team are looking for a detail oriented, proactive accountant with a strong background in treasury to join the team and progress alongside the business' growth. Being PE backed, this business offers a huge amount of exposure and a fast paced, varied environment with lots of access to the SLT and mentorship opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and maintain accurate financial records in compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and company policies.
* Manage daily treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and bank reconciliations.
* Monitor and optimise working capital, ensuring sufficient cash availability for operational needs.
* Liaise with banks and financial institutions to manage banking facilities, payments, and treasury services.
* Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting.
* Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
* Identify and mitigate treasury risks related to currency, interest rates, and counterparty exposures.
* Ensure compliance with internal controls and corporate governance standards in both accounting and treasury activities.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including accounts payable/receivable, tax, and audit.
* Support treasury-related projects, such as cash pooling, intercompany loans, and treasury system implementations.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
* Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
* Proven experience as a Financial Accountant, ideally with a strong treasury component.
* Solid understanding of financial accounting principles, treasury management, and cash flow processes.
* Experience in cash flow forecasting, bank relationship management, and treasury risk management.
* Proficiency with accounting software and treasury management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Kyriba).
* Strong Excel and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
* Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
Preferred:
* Experience working in a multinational environment or in the manufacturing/trading sector.
* Exposure to foreign exchange risk management and hedging instruments.
* Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements relating to treasury.
What We Offer:
* Annual bonus at Christmas
* Opportunity to work with a collaborative and supportive finance team.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* Hybrid working flexibility, 1 day WFH.
* Flexibility on working hours.
Package - £45k- £55k + bonus (package could be flexible for the right candidate and level.)
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, self-starter who has recently Qualified or is looking for a second time move, with a background in treasury and audit. The ideal person for this will be looking for a role that offers massive exposure and scope to grow in a PE backed international business.