Senior Accountant - Manufacturing - Leicestershire-based PLC business Your new companyJoin a globally respected engineering and technology business that delivers mission-critical solutions across the aerospace, electronics, and industrial sectors. With a strong legacy of innovation and a performance-driven culture, the company is expanding its footprint through strategic acquisitions and continuous improvement. Operating in over 90 countries, the business is committed to ethics, operational excellence, and the development of its people.Your new roleAs Senior Accountant, you will be a key business partner to the Controller, responsible for maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial statements, and leading month-end close activities. You will ensure compliance with US GAAP, local GAAP, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, while driving continuous improvement in financial reporting and internal controls. This role also involves managing external and internal audit relationships, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to the development of financial policies and procedures.What you''ll need to succeedA finance qualificationStrong progressive finance experience, ideally within a manufacturing environmentStrong knowledge of general accounting, cost accounting, and FPandAExpertise in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite; Power BI experience would be a bonus.Proven ability to lead financial reporting processes and ensure complianceStrong analytical skills and the ..... full job details .....