Group Financial Accountant – Clitheroe – Salary up to £65,000 per annum plus excellent benefits Your new company Hays Senior Finance is exclusively partnered with a growing Lancashire-based manufacturing SME. We are recruiting a talented Group Financial Accountant for a newly created role within its expanding Group structure. Following a series of acquisitions earlier this year, this position offers an exciting opportunity to shape and develop the Group finance function. You will be based at the Clitheroe site of one of the newly acquired businesses and play a key role in supporting the Group’s continued growth. Your new role Reporting to the Head of Finance, as Group Financial Accountant, you will: Lead the audit and consolidation processes for the Group Ensure compliance with tax planning, governance, and statutory requirements Manage the accounting functions for two key Group entities, overseeing a small transactional team Oversee all core financial operations, including sales and purchase ledger, cash book, and general ledger management Produce monthly management reports and provide financial insights to the leadership team Drive system improvements and process enhancements across the finance function This is a hands-on, varied role combining technical accounting expertise, strategic input and business partnering throughout the Group. About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Strong knowledge of accounting standards (FRS 102 and IFRS) Proven experience in group accounting and financial consolidation Ability to work independently and manage a small team effectively Commercial experience within a fast-paced SME environment is essential; manufacturing experience is highly desirable Ideal for a second-time mover from practice looking to broaden their commercial exposure What’s on Offer Competitive salary: £55,000 – £65,000 per annum dependent on experience Bonus opportunities, including profit share 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Enhanced pension contributions The chance to make a significant impact during an exciting period of growth Initial on-site working in Clitheroe, with hybrid flexibility expected after the first few months 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. 4744510