Finance Manager

Liverpool | 9 nmonth contract

Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a highly respected Liverpool-based organisation who are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to strengthen their financial control, reporting and governance function.

This role will suit a technically strong accountant who enjoys improving processes, strengthening controls and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting within a complex operating environment.

Salary/Benefits:

• £50,000 - £60,000
• Hybrid working model (3 days in Liverpool a week)
• Generous pension scheme
• Excellent holiday entitlement
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• Opportunity to drive finance transformation projects

Job Duties:

• Lead the month-end close process and ensure the timely production of accurate management accounts.
• Take ownership of balance sheet integrity, reconciliations and associated controls.
• Manage cashflow reporting and working capital oversight.
• Support the preparation of statutory accounts and year-end audit processes.
• Act as the key liaison for external auditors and compliance reviews.
• Review accounting treatments and ensure compliance with financial reporting standards.
• Drive process improvement initiatives across the wider finance function.
• Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency gains and enhanced financial controls.
• Maintain robust financial governance frameworks and supporting documentation.
• Lead and develop members of the finance team, promoting best practice and continuous improvement.
• Support regulatory, grant and compliance reporting requirements where required.
• Partner with stakeholders across the organisation to improve financial processes and controls.

Who Will I Report Into?

• Head of FP&A

When Will Interviews Be Taking Place?

• Interviews will be arranged on an ongoing basis and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.

Ideal Experience

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.
• Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Financial Reporting role.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Extensive balance sheet, controls and reconciliation experience.
• Proven track record of improving processes and strengthening financial controls.
• Experience managing audits and working with external auditors.
• Strong understanding of month-end and year-end reporting cycles.
• Experience supervising and developing finance staff.
• Advanced Excel skills with experience of ERP systems.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.