Technical Accounting Manager

Job-:
Finance and Audit

Location:

Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom Posted:
Closes:
Technical Accounting Manager Up to 93,000 plus great benefits, including a company car, private healthcare, and an annual bonus scheme (Work Level
4)
Manchester city centre | hybrid working (you’ll spend on average one day a week working from the office)
We’re looking for a  Technical Accounting Manager to be our trusted expert on complex accounting matters; providing clear, practical, and compliant guidance that supports our commercial decision-making. With a particular focus on IFRS 17 and funeral care pre-paid plans, you’ll lead the interpretation and application of accounting standards across Co-op.

As a Technical Accounting Manager, you’ll work closely with Finance colleagues, senior leaders, external auditors, and actuarial partners to make sure we’re maintaining high-quality and consistent financial reporting and accounting practices. Alongside providing technical expertise, you’ll lead a talented team of accountants, supporting their career development and helping them to thrive.

If you’ve got the skills and experience we’re looking for, this is a great opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team that genuinely enjoys working together. We help each other out, share ideas, and tackle challenges as a team. You’ll have the chance to use your expertise, learn from colleagues and make an impact, all in an environment where people are approachable, collaborative, and down to earth.

Why this role matters

Strong financial governance helps us make better decisions for our business, member-owners, and communities. In this role, you’ll make sure we navigate complex accounting challenges confidently, providing clear advice in line with evolving accounting standards and helping leaders understand the financial implications of their choices.

What you’ll doLead the interpretation and application of IFRS standards, with particular responsibility for IFRS 17

Provide technical accounting advice on complex transactions and projects

Prepare and review technical accounting papers for senior leaders, auditors, and governance committees

Oversee the production of annual and interim financial statements

Maintain and develop accounting policies and make sure they’re implemented consistently

Build strong relationships with auditors and colleagues across Co-op and manage the day-to-day relationship with our external actuarial support for IFRS
17

Monitor emerging accounting developments and translate them into practical guidance

Support the Technical Accounting Committee and other governance forums Provide clear, commercially-balanced advice to finance and non-finance audiences

Lead, coach, and develop a team of three qualified accountants

What you’ll bring

We’re committed to making our roles as accessible as possible, so we only ask for the minimum criteria. To thrive here, you’ll need to bring:

An ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification

Strong technical accounting expertise and detailed knowledge of IFRS, including IFRS 17

Expertise within a professional practice or technical accounting environmentA track record of producing technical accounting assessments and policy papers

Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills

The ability to explain complex accounting concepts clearly to a range of audiences

Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills

Why Co-op?

At Co-op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you’ll also receive:

A company car…