Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsA well established North West based business, offering career progression.A broad role with exposure to C-Suite and Senior Leadership teams.About Our ClientThis is a highly recognisable, listed business in the Manchester area. They have gone through a Group transformation over the last 12-18 months and recruited some high calibre individuals into the team.Job DescriptionOwn the end to end process for store impairment testing and other key accounting processes as required.Champion the delivery of accounting training across the group and coordination of the accounting policy alignment workstream.Process and analyse large volumes of store-level P&L and balance sheet data in the course of performing store impairment testing.Review unit accounting processes to establish consistency with group policy.Build and maintain relationships with UK and overseas financial reporting teams to ensure successful delivery of key accounting deliverables.Support External Reporting, FP&A and other group finance teams in their delivery of key outputs as and when required e.g. financial statements disclosures.This role requires a blend of reporting expertise, process management, and effective communication to drive successful outcomes.The Successful ApplicantThe successful Finance Manager should have:Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or Equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience.Experience applying IFRS accounting policies, preferably including IAS 36.Strong knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and practices.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.Attention to detail and effective communication skills with your team, senior management and Group departments.This role would suit an Audit Manager from the Big 4/Top 10 firms OR a 2nd time mover with an audit background and subsequent experience in a Group Finance function.What's on OfferA competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £75,000 (flexible to some degree depending on experience).Generous holiday allowance to support work-life balance.Opportunities for professional development within a large organisation.A supportive and collaborative work environment.Access to employee benefits and discounts.Please apply directly or contact Ben Copsey at Michael Page Finance for more details.ContactBen CopseyQuote job refJN-072025-6787409Phone number+44 161 829 0434Job summaryJob functionAccountingSubsectorFinancial AccountantSectorRetailLocationManchesterContract typePermanentConsultant nameBen CopseyConsultant phone+44 161 829 0434Job referenceJN-072025-6787409