Financial Accounts Manager

Financial Accounts Manager | Pilsworth, Bury, Lancashire | Up to £45,000

Ibex Marina Ropes Ltd are a privately owned manufacturer of fibre ropes, cords, and braids, servicing a wide range of markets including Military, Aerospace, Outdoor leisure, and Marine safety. Financially stable with a turnover of c£3 million, employing 35 people the business provides an excellent culture and opportunities for career progression, this could be a great next step in your career.

Recently moved into a brand-new production facility at Pilsworth - BL9 8RZ, close to Junction 3 of the M66 and easily connected to the Manchester orbital motorway. Due to the location, the successful candidates must have own transport such as a car, there is free on-site parking.

If you are looking to be part of an established, secure British manufacturing business and you are enthusiastic about traditional, high speed production processes and want to make an impact, we invite you to read on.

Summary

Ibex Marina Ropes Ltd is seeking an experienced Financial Accounts Manager to take ownership of the company’s financial reporting, controls, and statutory compliance. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial management, supporting strategic decision-making, and maintaining robust financial governance within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities of a Financial Accounts Manager

Manage all aspects of the company’s financial accounts and reporting

Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow

Processing of Sales Invoices/Purchase Invoices

Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit control

Manage payroll processes and pension submissions

Ensure compliance with VAT, Corporation Tax, PAYE, and other statutory obligations

Monitor and improve internal financial controls and processes

Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

Provide financial insight and reporting to senior management

Assist with cost control and margin analysis within a manufacturing environment

Control of all HR records

Point of contact for all IT issues

Requirements to be successful as a Financial Accounts Manager

AAT qualified or strong qualified-by-experience background or part qualified CIMA / ACCA

Producing monthly management accounts within a SME

VAT returns, PAYE, and HMRC compliance

Cash flow management and forecasting

Budgeting and financial planning

Microsoft Business Central accounting software (full training will be given)

Payroll administration (Sage Payroll), including pensions and statutory deductions

Liaising with external auditors and professional advisors

Experience of working with Microsoft Office suite with particular emphasis on Excel

Experience within a production-based business (highly desirable)

Knowledge of Export Licence Applications

Ability to work independently, whilst taking ownership of the finance function and working collaboratively with all stakeholders

Strong organisational, time-management and prioritising skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Robust in character with the ability to work well under pressure to the accounting timetable

Conscientious, smart and presentable

Managing stressful situations, resolving problems and projects in an efficient manner

Fluent in the English language

Clear and Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

What is in it for you?

Competitive salary in the range of £30,000 to £45,000 subject to experience

Pension plan

28 days holiday (including bank and public holidays)

Working with a close-knit friendly team.

New factory with modern offices.

Hours

Monday to Friday 08:30 to 17:00. The role will be based on-site 5 days per week out of Bury; however, there may be travel, to parent company when required. There may also be a requirement to work outside of standard hours on occasions for business needs.

Call to action

If you are interested in the opportunity to help Ibex Marina Ropes to continue our legacy of excellence, apply by forwarding your CV together with your current base salary, benefits, notice period and location.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK on a permanent full-time basis.

Due to a high volume of applications we are receiving we are unable to respond to each candidate personality. If you have not heard from us within 10 days unfortunately your application will not have been successful.