Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager | Defence Sector | Hybrid Working

An 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.