Gleeson Recruitment Group are seeking an experienced Financial Accounting Manager to take ownership of the financial accounting, statutory reporting, and tax compliance for a complex UK-based business. This is a senior, hands-on role with significant responsibility for ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust controls, and full compliance with UK tax and VAT requirements.As Financial Accounting Manager you will lead core accounting activities while acting as the key point of contact for auditors, HMRC, and external advisors.Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting and ReportingOwn the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.Prepare statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP / IFRS.Maintain and improve balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations and controls.Lead the external audit process and manage auditor relationships.Tax Compliance and VAT Full responsibility for UK tax compliance, including corporation tax computations and submissions.Prepare, review, and submit VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC requirements.Manage VAT reporting, reconciliations, and queries, including partial exemption or complex VAT treatments where applicable.Act as the internal subject matter expert on tax and VAT matters, advising the wider finance team and stakeholders.Liaise with external tax advisors and HMRC as required.Controls, Process and Team LeadershipDevelop and enhance financial controls, policies, and proced