Job Description
Lifestyle Brands (LSB), part of the SC Johnson family, is looking for a skilled Financial Accounting Manager to join our dynamic European Finance team based in Frimley, UK. As a Financial Accounting Manager, you’ll play a central role in managing financial reporting, team leadership, and supporting compliance operations. This role offers competitive pay, great benefits, and the chance to work for a company that’s actively creating positive change for people and the planet.
Lifestyle Brands operates globally with brands like Method®, Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day®, Babyganics®, and Ecover®. If you’re passionate about making an impact through bold business decisions, this is your opportunity.
Why Join Us as a Financial Accounting Manager?
As a Financial Accounting Manager, you’ll enjoy:
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Competitive pay and a flexible working week (including half-day Fridays)
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25 days annual leave, rising with service
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Pension, life cover, health insurance, and income protection
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Volunteering and wellness days
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Free refills of Ecover products, on-site breakfast, and snacks
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Custom learning and development programs
This isn’t a typical finance role in a typical FMCG environment — it’s fast-paced, mission-driven, and people-first.
Key Responsibilities for the Financial Accounting Manager Role
Financial Accounting Manager: Lead & Inspire
Manage and develop a team of two, fostering high engagement and ensuring operational excellence.
Month-End Close and Reporting
Lead monthly and year-end financial close processes in SAP and BPC, maintaining data integrity and meeting Group reporting deadlines.
General Ledger & Payables Oversight
Ensure timely supplier payments, employee expense processing via Concur, and completion of monthly balance sheet reconciliations for all European entities.
Statutory Compliance and Internal Controls
Work alongside the European Compliance Manager on tax, audit, and internal controls, and support internal and external audit preparation.
Business Partnering & Planning
Collaborate with cost centre budget holders to deliver insightful reporting and forecasts, driving accountability and operational improvement.
Skills and Experience Required for a Financial Accounting Manager
We’re looking for a qualified accountant with:
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Strong financial reporting, tax, audit, and internal controls experience
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Excellent communication across all organizational levels
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Solid transactional processing knowledge in both general ledger and payables
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Strong SAP, BPC, and large-data handling skills
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A proactive approach to accounting processes and team leadership
If this sounds like your kind of role — we’d love to meet you.