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About the business We are recruiting for a large manufacturing business with a strong reputation for high quality service. The business have invested heavily in their finance team, adding a brand new, inspiring FD about a year ago. They have now created a new role, and are looking for a Financial Accounting Manager to join their team and play a key role in their continued success. Working Pattern This is a hybrid working pattern based in West Bromwich with 3 days in the office and 2 working from home. Main duties Oversee the entire monthly accounting cycle, ensuring timely completion and adherence to reporting deadlines. Review journal entries and other work by team members, along with any additional reporting needs. Provide leadership and direction to 2 direct reports. Assist all team members by setting objectives, development plans, and facilitating career progression and coverage during absences. Guarantee all monthly balance sheet reconciliations are complete and reviewed. Report on the account positions throughout the month-end process and identify any outstanding items. Proactively track and resolve these issues before the next closing cycle. Manage all Group intercompany activity and ensure proper reconciliations, including month-end adjustments. Perform various accounting tasks to compile, consolidate, and analyse financial data. Develop and implement plans to significantly reduce the time required for month-end closing and reporting, while maintaining or improving quality. Assist in year-end audit cycles by preparing supporting documentation and information throughout the year for review. Contribute to the design and implementation of a robust control environment focused on risk management and a strong internal control framework. Prepare supplementary reports and undertake various projects/activities as required by the business, including audit support, ONS reporting, and due diligence assistance for investors. Drive the development of new working methods, challenge with initiative and creativity, and implement innovative approaches. Identify and help implement systems and processes to automate tasks and enhance the finance control team's strategy. Establish credibility as a senior team member by providing strong direction, leadership, and motivation to other team members. Collaborate effectively with business leaders across all departments. Location / Office / Culture The role is based in Oldbury, which has a finance team of around 20. You will be supported by a very strong FD and have plenty of room for growth. What We Are Looking For ACCA/ACA/CIMA Qualified with at least 5 years PQE Previous experience of managing a team IFRS/FRS/UK GAAP experience Strong understanding of control and process design, testing and reporting with proven ability to implement improvements Strong interpersonal skills, including teamwork, collaboration and relationship building Continuous improvement mindset Comfortable with meeting stakeholders and managing questions Verbal, written and digital communication skills to deliver results and reporting Strong Excel skills Benefits to the role Exciting business with growth Great management who will support you Lots to get stuck into and plenty of growth About Us We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly.