Details:
- Salary: £85,000 - 90,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne & Wear
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Group Financial Accounting Manager
You will oversee financial accounting, compliance, and reporting across multiple European entities. Leading a small accounting team, you'll ensure accurate financial reporting, strong controls, statutory compliance, and successful audit delivery while driving process improvements across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
* Ensure accurate financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and journal reviews.
* Manage statutory compliance, including VAT, tax filings, and statutory accounts.
* Coordinate and lead external audits across multiple European entities.
* Oversee cash flow and treasury activities.
* Develop and support a small finance team.
* Drive process improvements, automation, and control enhancements.
* Partner with internal stakeholders and external advisors across Europe.
About You
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Strong background in financial accounting, reporting, and compliance.
* Experience managing audits and statutory reporting requirements.
* Knowledge of VAT, corporate tax, and regulatory compliance.
* Previous people management or team leadership experience.
* Advanced Excel skills and ERP system experience (SAP desirable)