Job Description

This company is a global manufacturing business based in Chorley, supplying to sectors where quality and durability matter most. They have a strong global presence, including long-standing joint ventures in Europe and Asia. The business has weathered some tough years post-Brexit but is now firmly back in growth mode. A recent strategic investment has sparked a new phase of expansion, supported by international partnerships and targeted acquisitions.

The company is headquartered in the Chorley, but its reach is global, and with a turnover bouncing back towards 100m, they're investing in their people, processes, and future leadership pipeline, starting with this role.

About the Financial Accountant Job

As a Financial Accountant reporting into the Group Financial Controller, you'll play a central role in delivering accurate, compliant, and insightful financial reporting for the Group. Sitting within a newly structured and evolving, growing team, this role offers the chance to get involved in much more than just the numbers.

You'll support month-end close, balance sheet integrity, fixed assets, VAT, audit prep, treasury reporting, and group consolidation. You'll also work closely with FP&A and get stuck into process improvement and finance transformation projects, including systems upgrades and risk management.

There's real opportunity to grow within this role. The business is actively building out its finance team, with a view to this role stepping up into a Managerial position over time.

The Requirements

Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or similar), with industry experience ideally from a Manufacturing environment, but not essential. Experience in a fast-paced, complex business environment with strong Excel and ERP skills High attention to detail, with a proactive and analytical mindset Comfortable working independently but enjoys being part of a high-performing team

Salary, Benefits & Culture

Salary is between 38,000 and 45,000 depending on experience with full study support for relevant qualifications. Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home), Half-day Fridays, 25 days holiday + bank holidays and genuine progression pathway into a future management role.

The culture is one of the biggest selling points. The team is friendly, ambitious, and collaborative, and they're big believers in internal promotion and giving people room to grow. You'll be supported by experienced leadership and surrounded by people who aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves and get involved.

If you're ready to take on more ownership, get stuck into exciting project work, and develop your finance career in a global business, this is the role for you.

Please contact Lucinda.ONeill@HawthornOne.com (01254 648005) for more information and to receive a full job specification.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 38,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Free parking On-site parking Work from home
Work Location: In person