Financial accountant

Banbury
Hays
Financial accountant
Posted: 18 June
The role

Financial Accountant

Employer Location Banbury, England, Oxfordshire Salary - per annum + Up to £60,000 Closing date 16 Jul 2026 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band , Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.

Job Details

Location: Banbury (Hybrid - 1-2 Days On-site per Week)
Salary: Around £60,000
Contract: Permanent
Travel: Occasional international travel (UK & Europe)


A global manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Polish speaking Financial Accountant to join its UK finance team. This is a key role within a long‑established international group, offering exposure to cross‑border operations, modern systems and a collaborative, people‑focused culture.
The position is based in Banbury, with 1-2 days per week on-site once settled, and includes occasional international travel to European sites.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare financial statements including balance sheet, income statement and cash flow
  • Manage the general ledger and record daily financial transactions
  • Perform reconciliations and oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards
  • Act as the main contact for internal and external audits
  • Support budgeting, forecasting and cash‑flow monitoring
  • Analyse financial data to identify improvements and cost‑saving opportunities
  • Provide reporting and insight to support management decision‑making

    • About You

  • Degree in finance, accounting, economics or a related discipline
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar accounting role (manufacturing experience beneficial)
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations and month‑end processes
  • Confident in using accounting systems (SAP Business One experience is an advantage)
  • Excellent Excel and data‑analysis skills
  • High attention to detail with a structured, accurate approach
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams
  • Proactive problem‑solver who can manage deadlines and work independently
  • Comfortable working in an international environment with occasional travel
  • Fluent Polish speaker, with a good level of English (written and spoken)

    • What's on Offer

  • Salary around £60,000
  • Hybrid working: 1-2 days on-site per week after onboarding
  • Permanent role with long‑term development opportunities
  • Exposure to international operations and cross‑border finance
  • Private medical care, life insurance and additional benefits
  • Supportive, collaborative working environment with strong values

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    Company

    At Hays we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. With over 50 years’ success under our belts and a workforce of 10,000+ people across 32 countries, we’ve evolved to put our customers at the heart of everything we do.

    From CFO to Newly Qualified, we work with talented finance professionals and match them with organisations where they can achieve a lasting impact.

    So much more than specialist recruiters in accounting and finance, what really sets us apart is our knowledge through scale, deep understanding and our ability to meaningfully innovate for our customers. All our consultants have strong relationships across the industry and the support of our extensive global network. That’s why organisations of all types and sizes – from international blue chips to SMEs – trust us to find the people who can help transform their business.

    So, whether you want something local or international, permanent, or interim, we have the breadth of coverage and the depth of understanding to help you find it.

    We have specialist recruitment teams in the following areas:

  • Corporate Governance
  • Credit Control
  • Part-Qualified Accountant
  • Payroll
  • Public Practice Accounting
  • Public Services Accounting
  • Senior Finance – Qualified
  • Support, Ledgers & Bookkeeping
  • Tax & Treasury

    • You can rely on us to deliver today and help you plan for tomorrow.

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