The Financial Accounting Manager will lead the finance team, mentor junior staff, and manage relationships with banking partners. The role will suit someone who enjoys working closely with numbers while also guiding a team and engaging with international leadership and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all financial operations in the Americas region, including management accounts, statutory accounts, payroll, and accounts payable.
- Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and budget updates for internal leadership and board meetings.
- Ensure full compliance with accounting standards and reporting obligations across the region.
- Maintain ownership of the monthly financial close process and all balance sheet reconciliations.
- Develop performance insight and deliver strategic financial analysis to support business growth.
- Lead statutory audit preparation and coordinate with external auditors and group finance.
- Manage third-party relationships, including banks, auditors, tax advisors, and payroll providers.
- Direct the payroll process and ensure accurate processing of expenses and retirement contributions.
- Lead, manage, and develop the local finance team, setting clear KPIs and conducting regular appraisals.
- Handling corporation tax processes by working alongside the external tax vendor to calculate and submit year-end taxes.
- Act as a trusted finance business partner to regional senior leadership and global stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- CPA qualified, part-qualified, or actively studying towards CPA preferred.
- 5+ years’ experience in a senior management accounting or financial accounting role.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, with hands-on experience in debits and credits.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financials to senior stakeholders and work cross-functionally.