We''re looking for a Finance Manager to own our financial close, balance sheet control, and statutory reporting, while leading a small finance team. This is a hands-on role for a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) with a strong audit track record and a sharp eye for the detail that keeps a balance sheet clean. You''ll have real ownership over a core part of finance, with scope to drive improvements rather than just maintain the status quo.Key RequirementsQualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) with strong financial accounting experienceTrack record managing statutory accounts and external auditsExperience managing or supervising finance team membersSharp attention to detail and comfort working under deadline pressureA genuine interest in improving how finance works, not just keeping the lights onKey ResponsibilitiesLead the monthly financial close process and own the integrity of the general ledgerManage statutory reporting and act as primary contact for the year-end auditLead a team of five across management accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable, including coaching and performance managementOwn group reporting submissions and act as liaison with group finance and treasuryDrive process improvement and automation across finance workflowsAt Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candida