General Ledger Accountant / Financial Accountant

Location: Manchester, UK, Hybrid Working Option

Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full Time

Department: Finance Department

Reporting Line: Head of Finance UK

Languages Required: English

ABOUT MIDEA GROUP

Midea Group is a publicly listed Global Fortune 500 company and is the world’s leading manufacturer of home appliances. Committed to bringing innovation to life, Midea Group goes beyond smart home appliances and comprises business pillars like HVAC and Building Technologies, Robotics and Automation, Electro-Mechanical and Digital Innovation. Being ranked #246 in the 2025 Global Fortune 500 List, Midea is proud of its 190,000+ employees and presence in 200+ countries, including several subsidiaries in the European market.

• 64.3 Billion USD Total Revenue in 2025
• 5.4 Billion USD Net Profit in 2024
• Global Fortune 500 #246 in 2025
• Forbes 2025 GLOBAL 2000 #184

ABOUT MIDEA EUROPE

Midea's commitment to Europe goes beyond expanding its market reach. It’s also building a sustainable and innovative presence in the Europe market through localized operations, technological advancements, and an emphasis on energy-efficient solutions. CLICK VIDEOS HERE and some key M&A activities in the region (e.g. Teka, KUKA and ARBONIA climate).

ABOUT MIDEA UK

• MIDEA UK is a subsidiary of Midea Group, registered at UK Office Location: Ground Floor, 12 Blackfriars Street, Manchester, M3 5BQ UK.
• We deliver leading MDA and SDA consumer electronics alongside comprehensive HVAC solutions.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented General Ledger (GL) Accountant to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for core financial accounting, general ledger management, month-end closing, and expense budgeting.

(Please note: This role is strictly focused on GL and reporting. Accounts Payable (AP) and all payment processing functions are handled by Haseeb.)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

General Ledger & Bookkeeping:

• Manage daily financial accounting operations and general ledger entries.
• Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately, timely, and in compliance with accounting policy.
• Perform regular general ledger account reconciliations to ensure data integrity.

Accruals, Prepayments & Adjustments:

• Calculate and post monthly accruals, prepayments, and provisions (e.g., bonuses, utilities, unbilled revenue/expenses).
• Maintain the fixed asset register and execute monthly depreciation, amortization, and impairment postings.

Month-end & Year-end Close:

• Take a leading role in the month-end and year-end financial close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Conduct pre-close ledger reviews, clear outstanding items, and reconcile cross-departmental accounts (excluding AP ledgers). Prepare monthly management accounts, trial balances, and assist in drafting statutory financial statements.

Expense Budgeting & Variance Analysis:

• Partner with department heads to assist in the preparation of annual and monthly expense budgets.
• Monitor actual expenditures against approved budgets.
• Prepare and present monthly variance analysis reports, highlighting trends and providing actionable cost-saving recommendations.

Audit & Tax Support:

• Act as a key point of contact for external/internal auditors, providing necessary working papers, GL extracts, and required evidence.
• Provide foundational data and support for quarterly VAT returns and annual Corporation Tax filings.

KEY QUALIFICATION

Education & Certifications:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Fully qualified or actively studying towards a recognized accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or AAT Level 4 highly preferred).

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP / IFRS and current financial regulations.
• Proficiency in modern accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., Sage, Xero, SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas, and data manipulation).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy and strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.