Senior Finance Manager

MAG (Airports Group)

. Lead Management Accounting across MAG’s airport divisions .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeManchester • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Management Accounting, ensuring accuracy and integrity of divisional accounts while leading Finance Managers and fostering a continuous improvement mindset. Proficient in financial reporting, stakeholder engagement, and process optimization within a dynamic environment.

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Qualified AccountantManagement Accounts PreparationGeneral Ledger ExperienceLine Management ExperienceSAP or Similar ERP Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingBalance Sheet ReconciliationMonth-End CloseFinancial Management PoliciesProcess ImprovementCapital Expenditure ManagementKPI SupportAccounting Policy ApplicationExcel Skills

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaborationChange ManagementPrioritizationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

SAPERP SystemsFinancial Reporting Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Qualified Accountant

Industry Keywords

Management AccountingFinance ManagementAirport FinanceDivisional AccountsStakeholder Engagement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Management Accounting across MAG’s airport divisions
Lead and develop Finance Managers, including regular one-to-ones and development planning
Oversee month-end close and ensure ledgers are closed accurately and within agreed deadlines
Take responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of divisional accounts covering revenue, costs and capital expenditure
Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed, reviewed and signed off on time
Deliver Group Finance service levels and support KPIs for internal and external stakeholders
Review divisional accounts and support Finance Directors and Finance Business Partners
Present management accounts to the Group Financial Controller within agreed deadlines
Ensure accounting policies are applied consistently
Review financial reporting systems and address or escalate concerns
Identify opportunities to improve, standardise and automate processes
Develop policies and procedures supporting strong financial management and control
Create a continuous improvement mindset within the team and wider Finance function
Work with senior colleagues across Finance, including airport Finance Directors, Finance Business Partners, Group FP&A and external auditors

Requirements

What you’ll need

A qualified accountant, or qualified by experience, with significant relevant accounting experience
Experience in the preparation and review of management accounts
Experience working within a General Ledger environment at a comparable level
Line management experience
Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively with senior stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to demanding deadlines
Experience managing change and improving processes within a changing environment
Ability to combine strong financial control with a practical, collaborative approach
Experience of SAP or a similar ERP system would be advantageous
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills would be advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus scheme
10% company contribution pension
Car allowance
Private medical scheme
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Free parking
Subsidised public transport
Huge range of company discounts
2 volunteering days per year
Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Care Concierge service