Financial Accounting Manager job opportunity (12-month fixed term contract) Your new company Our client, a leading service sector organisation, is experiencing an exciting period of growth and is looking to appoint a Financial Accounting Manager to fulfil a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting time of change and growth during which you will be involved in supporting key transformation projects. Your new role Close Management – Oversee timely and accurate general ledger closures across entities. Financial Integrity – Ensure compliance with accounting standards and maintain robust reconciliations. Audit Coordination – Prepare audit schedules and liaise with auditors. Team Leadership – Lead and develop staff in areas like fixed assets, intercompany and journal entries. Process Optimisation – Drive automation and standardisation in accounting operations. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with experience in accounting leadership roles. You will have a deep understanding of IFRS and statutory reporting, a proven ability to manage close cycles, reconciliations, accruals, and audit processes. Experience with ERP systems would be preferable but not essential. What you'll get in return A generous salary of up to £65,000 Retention bonus on completion of contract Hybrid working (3 days per week in office) The opportunity to support exciting transformation projects The opportunity to streamline processes and procedures Potential for the role to become permanent An employer focussed on Diversity, Equality & Inclusion What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4704600