Group Financial Accountant

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 GroupEnsure compliance with tax planning, governance, and statutory requirementsManage the accounting functions for two key Group entities, overseeing a small transactional teamOversee all core financial operations, including sales and purchase ledger, cash book, and general ledger managementProduce monthly management reports and provide financial insights to the leadership teamDrive system improvements and process enhancements across the finance functionThis is a hands-on, varied role combining technical accounting expertise, strategic input and business partnering throughout the Group.
About YouFully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)Strong knowledge of accounting standards (FRS 102 and IFRS)Proven experience in group accounting and financial consolidationAbility to work independently and manage a small team effectivelyCommercial experience within a fast-paced SME environment is essential; manufacturing experience is highly desirableIdeal for a second-time mover from practice looking to broaden their commercial exposure
What's on OfferCompetitive salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum dependent on experienceBonus opportunities, including profit share24 days holiday plus bank holidaysEnhanced pension contributionsThe chance to make a significant impact during an exciting period of growthInitial on-site working in Clitheroe, with hybrid flexibility expected after the first few months
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