Senior Finance Manager

This is an exceptional opportunity for you to advance your accounting career within a market-leading organisation that places people at the heart of its operations. As a Senior Finance Manager, you will join a diverse and professional Finance Shared Service Centre team in Manchester, where you will take on both operational and leadership responsibilities.

You will have full ownership of general ledger processes for one of the organisation's market entities, while also nurturing and developing a talented team of General Ledger accountants. The role offers genuine career progression, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive reward package designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth. If you are passionate about finance, eager to make a meaningful impact, and thrive in an inclusive environment, this is the perfect role for you.

Join a global organisation with a strong commitment to employee development, offering more than 80% internal promotions into leadership roles and extensive training opportunities to help you grow professionally.

Enjoy flexible working options including remote work and compressed hours, alongside generous benefits such as private health insurance

What you'll do:

As a Senior Finance Manager based in Manchester, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of finance within the organisation's shared service centre. Your day-to-day activities will involve leading a dedicated team of General Ledger accountants, supporting their growth through coaching and development initiatives. You will be responsible for overseeing all general ledger processes for one market entity, ensuring that financial data is analysed accurately and presented clearly to senior management. By partnering with key stakeholders across the business, you will link strategic decisions to robust accounting practices.

Lead and develop a team of General Ledger accountants by providing guidance, coaching, and continuous support to foster engagement and professional growth.

Identify training needs within your team and actively contribute to the development of others through mentoring and knowledge sharing.

Take full ownership for the execution of general ledger processes for one designated market entity, ensuring accuracy and compliance at all times.

Analyse financial data thoroughly and provide clear insights to management teams to enable informed business decisions.

Partner closely with finance leadership teams and other stakeholders by linking business decisions directly to accounting processes.

Drive process improvements aimed at enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and quality in accounting practices while setting higher service level standards.

Contribute proactively to initiatives that span multiple regions and business functions, broadening your expertise across international finance operations.

Ensure strict adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory standards; support both internal and external audits as needed.

Champion continuous learning within your team by encouraging participation in training programmes and sharing best practices across the department.

What you bring:

CIMA or ACCA qualified status demonstrating advanced knowledge of finance accounting principles.

Proven track record in team leader or supervisory roles including steering performance metrics, analysing KPIs, coaching colleagues, and supporting their development.

Background working within shared service centres or multi-entity environments which has equipped you with valuable insights into complex organisational structures.

Excellent communication skills paired with strong presentation abilities; experience collaborating effectively with senior management teams.

Meticulous attention to detail when handling financial data or preparing reports for internal stakeholders.

Ability to work dependably as part of a supportive team while also contributing positively to communal goals.

Technical skills such as Power Query, Business Intelligence tools, advanced Excel (including VBA/macros), SAP or S/4 HANA are advantageous but not essential.

What sets this company apart:

The organisation stands out as a global leader renowned for its dedication to employee wellbeing and professional advancement. Employees benefit from genuine career progression opportunities- more than 80% of leadership positions are filled internally - reflecting the company's commitment to nurturing talent from within. Flexible working arrangements allow staff to balance personal commitments alongside professional responsibilities; options include remote work and compressed hours tailored to individual needs. The comprehensive reward package features generous employer pension contributions (6%), private health insurance coverage, paid leave for charitable projects, access to lifestyle discounts through an exclusive platform, plus additional holiday purchase schemes. High performers are rewarded with trips abroad including destinations like Milan or New York as well as visits to global headquarters. This supportive culture empowers employees not only to achieve their goals but also make lasting contributions through teamwork and shared purpose.

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