SRM are seeking an audit trained ACA qualified finance professional for a well established Milton Keynes based manufacturing business for this Accounting Finance Manager role, on a permanent basis.This position is responsible for managing financial statutory accounting and regulatory reporting (Tax and VAT) processes, cash flow management and the administration of the NetSuite ERP for our UK-based operations.This role will partner with the Corporate Accounting team in ensuring global accounting policies are adhered to locally as well as Global Controllership team in the US to ensure SOX controls are robustly implemented, documented, and tested.Responsibilities:Lead the accuracy and control of the financial accounting activities during the monthly close and year end including completeness of journal entries, uploads to HFM consolidation systemManage the timely delivery of all external statutory and regulatory reporting processes (Corporation Tax, VAT) ensuring compliance with local accounting standardsCollaborate with the U.S.-based Corporate Accounting teams to ensure compliance with UK GAAP, US GAAP and internal accounting policiesManage liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodiesLead cash-flow forecasting and liaison with Group treasury function to ensure appropriate liquidity levels are maintainedOwnership and administration of UK ERP system (NetSuite)Prepare and review journal entries, account analyses, and reports on a monthly/quarterly basis to ensure key SOX controls are in place and accruals are adequateDrive continuous process improvements to ensure all information is timely and accurate, with a focus on improving timeliness and accuracy of financial information, as well as appropriateness of processesDeliver high level analysis and review of the monthly management accounts to support storytelling to senior finance leadership teamSpecial projects as assignedSupport the UK FP&A team to ensure financial performance and variances are understood.Partner with other teams and departments to ensure integrity of accounting controls, processes, and proceduresRequirements:Qualified Accountant in a UK recognized accounting qualification ideally with audit backgroundKnowledge of NetSuite and HFMReporting experience under both UK and US GAAPExperience of completion of UK VAT and Corporation tax returns and working in partnership with external advisersExperience in a Regional Accounting team in an international / public company environment.Highly motivated, self-directed, independent thinker with experience of improving processes.QSR industry or franchisee experience preferredProficient PC skills and experience with financial applications (Excel, Word, Hyperion, NetSuite)Ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment and to adapt to new situationsDemonstrated ability to quickly establish trust and build relationships Excellent oral and written communication skillsStrong analytical and critical thinking skills