Accounting Manager

Job Title Accounting ManagerLocation Seepex - YeovilAbout UsSEEPEX is a market leader in the design and manufacture of Progressive Cavity pump technology used across all industries but primarily in the water and wastewater treatment sector. SEEPEX has its Global HQ in North West Germany and UK HQ in Somerset, globally we are a 250m company of which SEEPEX UK contributes 23m employing 30 people across the UK and IrelandJob SummaryThe Accounting Manager is responsible for the overall financial management, reporting and compliance activities of the UK business. The role acts as the key liaison between local operations, global finance teams, external advisors and the Shared Service Centre (SSC), ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective financial controls and the delivery of financial insight to support business performance and strategic decision-making.ResponsibilitiesThe role includes (but is not limited to) the following responsibilities:Lead the UK accounting and reporting function, ensuring timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes.Prepare and review monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis.Coordinate annual audit requirements and support the preparation of statutory accounts.Manage UK tax compliance activities including VAT, Corporation Tax, PSA and Employment Related Securities reportingLead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting activitiesProvide financial insight and business partnering support to operational and commercial stakeholdersAct as the primary point of contact between the UK business and the Shared Service Centre (SSC), resolving accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable issuesCollaborate with global finance teams to support US GAAP reporting, group reporting requirements and intercompany processesOversee working capital management, debtor reviews and cash flow monitoringMaintain relationships with banking partners and manage banking administration activitiesReview and approve financial transactions, payment runs and master data requests in accordance with internal controlsSupport continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, systems and reportingManage the annual renewal and review of the Company's insurance portfolio, including Professional Indemnity, Contractors Combined and Employer's Liability policies, coordinating data collection, insurer requirements, broker communications and policy administrationAct as a key finance representative in cross-functional meetings with operations, sales, HR and corporate finance teamsBasic QualificationsAAT qualifiedStudying towards CIMA/ACCA/ACA or qualified by experienceExperience working within a multinational environment and/or Shared Service Centre structure desirableTravel & Work Arrangements/RequirementsHybrid Working Arrangements.Key CompetenciesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to build effective relationships across all levels of the organisationConfident working with operational management, global finance teams, Shared Service Centres, auditors, tax advisers and external stakeholdersAbility to challenge constructively and influence outcomes where requiredStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing prioritiesAbility to work effectively under pressure whilst meeting strict reporting and statutory deadlinesSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently and take ownership of outcomesHigh level of accuracy and attention to detailStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesCommitment to maintaining robust financial controls and compliance standardsIntermediate Microsoft Excel skills.Experience of ERP & Business Intelligence systems, preferably SAP would be advantageousWhat we Offer25 days holiday and bank holidays (Option to purchase additional 5 days)7% Employer pension contributionWestfield Health medical cash plan coverDeath in service benefit of 4 x salaryCycle scheme (after probation period)Electric car scheme (after one year of employment)10% of salary in shares (after one year of employment)Employee assistance programEnhanced maternity & paternity policiesLinkedIn Learning access

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