Accounting Supervisor in Oldham - Michael Page Finance

Accounting Supervisor
Oldham
£45,000 - £55,000 per annum
Full-time, Permanent role

Client Details

As Accounting Supervisor, you will lead the UK finance team, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting in line with statutory and internal control requirements. You will oversee month-end close, AP/AR operations, tax compliance support, and audit coordination, playing a vital role in upholding financial integrity and supporting strategic decision-making.

Description

The key responsibilities of the Accounting Supervisor role will be:

• Lead and manage the UK month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in line with UK GAAP and US GAAP.
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Receivable operations, ensuring timely invoicing, payments, collections and reconciliations, while driving process improvements and automation.
• Support VAT returns, corporate tax filings, and other statutory tax requirements, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and working with external advisors as required.
• Prepare and review statutory financial statements for UK entities in accordance with UK GAAP
• Act as the main point of contact for internal, external, and statutory audits, including preparation of schedules and implementation of audit recommendations.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior finance staff, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth

Profile

A successful Accounting Supervisor will be:

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience in a Management Accountant / Financial Accounting role, ideally within a multinational or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and SOX controls.
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Excel.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proven management experience

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000, depending on experience
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home
• Study support
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Extended pension
• Free on-site car parking
• Brilliant opportunities to progress within a great business