Financial Accounts Manager

Job Title:

Financial Accounts Manager

Industry: Freight Forwarding / Logistics

Salary Range £40,000 - £50,000.00

Job Summary

The Financial Accounts Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the company’s financial accounts, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong cash flow control, and compliance with regulatory and industry standards. Working closely with operations, sales, and senior management, this role plays a key part in supporting the financial health and growth of the freight forwarding business.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and month-end/year-end close

* Monitor and control cash flow, including credit control, collections, and supplier payments

* Reconcile bank accounts, intercompany accounts, and agent statements

* Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, and variance analysis

* Maintain compliance with local financial regulations, tax requirements, and internal controls

* Prepare, review, and submit quarterly VAT returns, ensuring full compliance with applicable tax regulations and deadlines.

* Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities

* Improve and maintain accounting systems and processes

* Provide financial insights and recommendations to management to support decision-making

* You will also be responsible for one member off staff.

Qualifications & Experience

* Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounts

* Experience with Cargo Wise is essential

* Solid knowledge of financial reporting standards and tax compliance

Skills & Competencies

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

* High attention to detail and accuracy

* Excellent organizational and time-management skills

* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools

* Non-Hybrid role