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Head of Accounts

Manchester Permanent £75,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is a highly successful, people-focused business with operations across multiple territories. Having achieved consistent 10% year-on-year growth over the last five years, they are now seeking a Head of Accounts to lead a key area of the finance function and support the business through its next phase of expansion.
  • Brilliant opportunity to join international business in South Manchester!
  • Hybrid working, bonus and progression available!

About Our Client

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant with strong leadership capabilities, management accounting expertise and treasury experience to join a business that offers genuine career development and exposure to senior stakeholders.

The position is fundamental to delivering accurate monthly management accounts across the group and its subsidiaries, while also overseeing day-to-day cash management and liquidity across the organisation.

Job Description

As Head of Accounts, you will be responsible for leading the management accounting and treasury functions, ensuring the timely production of high-quality financial information to support business decision-making.

  • Lead and develop the Management Accounts and Treasury teams
  • Oversee the production of accurate and timely monthly group management accounts
  • Ensure robust financial reporting across the group and its subsidiaries
  • Manage day-to-day cash positioning and treasury activities across the business
  • Deliver insightful financial analysis and performance reporting to senior stakeholders
  • Monitor cash flow, working capital and liquidity across multiple entities
  • Drive continuous improvements to reporting processes, controls and systems
  • Support budgeting, forecasting and business planning activities
  • Work closely with the wider finance leadership team to support strategic decision-making
  • Partner with operational teams to provide commercial and financial insight

The Successful Applicant

  • ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified
  • Previous experience in a similar leadership role
  • Strong management accounting and financial reporting expertise
  • Proven track record of leading and developing finance teams
  • Experience within a medium-sized business environment
  • Background within a service-led, people-focused organisation preferred
  • Experience working within a multi-entity or international business
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to thrive within a fast-paced, growing organisation

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary of £75,000-£80,000 and bonus package
  • Opportunity to join a business that has delivered sustained growth year after year
  • Leadership role with significant visibility across the organisation
  • Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
  • International business environment with varied and interesting responsibilities
  • Genuine opportunities for progression as the organisation continues to expand



This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance leader looking to take the next step in their career within a thriving and growing international business.

Contact
Kate Campbell
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7051317
Phone number
+44 161 829 0371

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Business Services
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kate Campbell
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0371
Job reference
JN-062026-7051317