Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager \| Defence Sector \| Hybrid WorkingAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Accounting Manager to join a growing finance function within a leading defence organisation. This role sits within Central Finance and is responsible for leading the month end close process, maintaining a robust financial control environment, and delivering accurate financial reporting to senior stakeholders.

This position would suit an experienced Accounting Manager or a first time mover from Audit/Practice looking to transition into industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the end\-to\-end month end close process across multiple business areas


• Prepare and review journals, balance sheet reconciliations and monthly management accounts


• Analyse financial performance, providing commentary on key variances, trends, risks and opportunities


• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, US GAAP and UK GAAP standards


• Act as the lead contact for external auditors, providing supporting documentation and technical accounting guidance


• Partner closely with FP\&A, Treasury, Tax and wider finance teams to ensure accurate and consistent reporting


• Manage, mentor and develop accounting staff, supporting performance and career development


• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives and finance transformation projects, including ERP enhancements and system implementations

Requirements

• Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent


• Strong accounting and financial reporting experience within a corporate or central finance environment


• Previous responsibility for month\-end close, financial controls and balance sheet management


• Experience working within SAP or a similar ERP system


• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information


• Excellent stakeholder management and leadership capabilities


• Eligibility to obtain SC Security Clearance

Desirable Experience

• Background within Audit or a Big 4/Mid\-Tier Practice environment


• Experience within a US\-owned organisation or knowledge of US GAAP reporting requirements


• Exposure to internal and external audits, SOX controls or wider governance frameworks


• Experience supporting ERP transformation, finance process improvement or system implementation projects

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation offering strong career progression, exposure to senior leadership, and the chance to play a key role in shaping the future of the finance function.

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