Financial Accounting Manager

Freedom Leisure

. Lead and develop the Management Accounting team and Finance Business Partners .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeEast Hoathly • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £60,000 - £65,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Management Accounting, including FRS102 compliance, VAT management, and audit processes. Proven ability to lead finance teams, develop accounting policies, and enhance financial reporting accuracy in multi-site operations.

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Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA)Management AccountingVAT ComplianceAudit Process ManagementFinancial Reporting

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Hard Skills

FRS102 KnowledgeBalance Sheet ReconciliationFinancial ControlExcel ProficiencyAccounting Software Understanding

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailMotivation

Certifications & Qualifications

ACCAACACIMA

Industry Keywords

Charity RegulationsMulti-Site OperationsFinancial ProcessesCost Centre ManagementInternal Audit Function

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop the Management Accounting team and Finance Business Partners
Oversee preparation of monthly management accounts, month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations
Lead the year-end process, act as principal contact for external auditors and manage annual audit delivery
Ensure statutory compliance with FRS102 and relevant charity regulations
Manage VAT compliance, including VAT returns and reconciliation of agency contract obligations
Work with the Head of Finance on wider financial projects and initiatives
Lead development of an internal audit function
Support group budget preparation and ensure information integrity and accuracy
Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures
Identify and drive process and reporting improvements
Streamline and document current ways of working
Build relationships with non-finance budget holders through remote collaboration and site visits
Manage financial implications of charitable status and multi-site operations
Report directly to the Head of Finance and work alongside the Financial Operations Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) with strong post qualified accounting experience
Experience of managing, developing and coaching a finance team
Experience of managing an audit process and working directly with external auditors
Strong VAT knowledge and preferably experience of partial-exemption rules and more complex matters
Strong knowledge of FRS102
Excellent balance sheet reconciliation and financial control experience
Experience of a multi-site (cost centre) commercial operation in the private or charity sector
Financially astute with practical understanding of financial processes and issues
Strong Excel and IT skills, and a solid understanding of accounting software and systems
Strong attention to detail and financial accuracy
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Highly organised and deadline-driven
Professional, flexible and motivated
Integrity and a commitment to high standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company pension
Cycle-to-work and car leasing tax-efficient schemes
Discounted staff membership (including family members)
Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling
Financial advice
Hybrid working
Incremental annual leave entitlement
My Staff Shop employee benefits scheme, offering discounts on cinema tickets, travel, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and everyday spending
Fully funded training and development, with career progression opportunities
Various insurance and savings schemes