Accounting Manager

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What's special about us?
Safran Helicopter Engines are the world's leading manufacturer of rotorcraft turbines and the only one dedicated exclusively to this market. Our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the SHE Group, performing level 1 to level 3 maintenance and repairs on complex helicopter engine components. Our experienced teams partner with our broad, global customer base, providing both technical expertise and broader support in both the fixed wing and rotary wing markets.

What will I be doing?

Financial accounting & reporting
Responsible to drive all post month end activities to ensure the general ledger is accurate and will stand up to audit, including balance sheet reconciliation and action follow up

Prepare and submit accurate monthly (IFRS) and annual (FRS102) financial statements on time and in full

Ensure timely and accurate general ledger accounting, month end close and reconciliation processes for cash pooling, AR, AP, payroll

Monitor the evolution of accounting standards and any other relevant laws and regulations as they relate to financial reporting and drive internal reviews with senior management

Drive the evolution of systems, accounting policies and processes to maintain accurate financial reporting

Statutory audit
Prepare the statutory accounts and update through to completion

Manage the end-to-end statutory audit process, liaising with external auditors and internal teams such that the process is efficient and filings on time

Internal control
Site focal point for all internal control activities mandated by Group

Manage the annual controls review, working with local and SAFRAN Group colleagues to complete the review, manage the reporting and follow any action plans through to completion

Oversee physical verification of WIP and tangible fixed assets & manage the action follow up

Treasury & credit management
Working closely with Commercial teams, lead the credit control function, ensuring effective customer credit risk assessment and monitoring.

Establish and enforce credit policies and procedures to promote timely collections, minimise overdue and optimize cash flow

Deliver the weekly cash and overdue forecast

With low volumes, create and manage banking payment instructions

Liaise with SAFRAN Group and our banking partner as/when necessary on banking and treasury matters

Oversee all matters relating to the administration and efficient and accurate processing of employee expenses and company credit cards

Payroll
Perform control procedures as part of the HR-led monthly payroll process, contributing to ensuring accuracy and compliance

Responsible for all aspects of payroll accounting and all end of tax year compliance reporting

Contribute to the budgetary follow-up of headcount and payroll costs, providing variance analysis and commentary to support decision-making

Taxation
Responsible for the accurate and timely submission of the VAT returns & corporation tax payments on account

Assist the Deputy CFO from time to time on any company tax matter

Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead and develop a small team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement

Other
Any other task which, from time to time, may reasonably be required to meet the needs of the companies and is within the remit of this post.

What do you need from me?
Qualifications
Professional accounting qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

Skills
Strong understanding of accounting standards and statutory requirements
Able to build & maintain relationships with both internal & external customers and stakeholders
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work under pressure to deadlines in a fast paced environment
Attention to detail
Self-starter who takes the initiative

Behaviours
Listens & sensitively manages diverse opinions
Acts with curiosity and energy, finding solutions to improve & innovate the current state
Team player and happy to be 'hands-on'
Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Embraces feedback and development
Meets commitments given

Experience
Must
Minimum 2-5 years' post qualification accounting experience
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Desirable
Corporate background preferred
Company tax experience preferred
Experience of SAP ERP

What's my next step?
Please apply via the website and if you have what we are looking for, a member of our talent acquisition team will be in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion
At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.

We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their identity or background.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please get in touch for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.

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