Assistant Manager – Financial Accounting

London - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 50001 - 999999999

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

We are seeking a technically strong and commercially aware Assistant Manager Financial Accounting to join our finance function in London.

This is a broad high-impact role spanning financial reporting balance sheet governance tax support internal controls and finance process improvement. You will work closely with senior finance leadership and HQ gaining exposure across statutory reporting cash flow performance and finance transformation initiatives.

The position offers a clear pathway into a senior finance leadership role within a global engineering organisation.

The Role

You will play a cross-functional role across financial reporting accounting policy tax and internal controls contributing to the efficient operation and long-term sustainability of the finance function.

Financial Reporting & Governance

Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial statements for HQ reporting and statutory filing
Analyse financial results explain key movements and provide insight to management
Act as key contact for external and internal audit processes
Ensure compliance with IFRS UK GAAP and statutory requirements

Balance Sheet & Cash Flow Management

Own balance sheet integrity reconciliations and control
Monitor accruals provisions and suspense accounts ensuring timely resolution
Analyse working capital and cash flow trends to identify risks and improvement opportunities
Support initiatives to enhance cash conversion and financial discipline

Tax & Statutory Compliance

Support corporate tax calculations and filings
Review VAT returns and ensure compliance with UK tax regulations
Liaise with external advisors and support tax audits or enquiries

Finance Process & Systems Improvement

Support design and enhancement of internal controls and finance processes
Identify inefficiencies and control gaps proposing practical improvements
Contribute to finance system optimisation and automation initiatives
Promote standardisation and use of digital tools (Power Platform RPA AI where appropriate)

Business Partnering & Projects

Provide financial and cash flow insight to management
Support cross-functional initiatives across accounting treasury and tax
Deliver ad-hoc analysis and HQ reporting requirements

About You

Degree in Finance Accounting Business or related discipline
ACCA or CIMA qualified or part-qualified
34 years experience in a professional accounting firm (Big 4 or similar) or
5 years experience in industry within financial project or managerial accounting
Strong working knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP
Understanding of corporate tax and VAT principles
Experience with SAP (R/3 or S/4HANA) or similar ERP
Advanced Excel skills
Exposure to Power BI Power Query or Power Automate desirable
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate complex financial matters clearly
Organised proactive and able to manage multiple priorities
Experience reviewing work and supporting colleagues development is advantageous

About us

Mitsubishi Power headquartered in Yokohama Japan is a global leading company in the field of thermal power and environmental technologies. We can handle the entire production process from the development design manufacturing construction and commissioning to after-sales service for thermal power plants.

The company has a total of 66 subsidiaries across 17 countries and was established as a joint venture in February 2014 bringing together the thermal power divisions of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. and Hitachi Ltd.. Mitsubishi Power employs 18300 staff worldwide and provides solutions for the improvement of operating thermal power generators using the latest digital technology.

Mitsubishi Power Europe is a 100% subsidiary of Mitsubishi Power. As a leading global company in the field of thermal power generation systems and environmental technology we will continue to meet the expectations of our clients based worldwide in order to contribute to the future of a sustainable society.

Our values

Creativity & Innovation

Accountability & Responsibility

Discipline & Patience

Humility & Empathy

Forward Thinking & Working As One

Passion & Effort

What we offer

A committed team for qualified supervision and training

Exciting topics in an international company

An open ear and room to manoeuvre for fresh ideas

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We are seeking a technically strong and commercially aware Assistant Manager Financial Accounting to join our finance function in London.This is a broad high-impact role spanning financial reporting balance sheet governance tax support internal controls and finance process improvement. You will wor...