Head of Accounting

HEAD OF ACCOUNTING

Protec is a leading provider of Fire Detection and associated solutions, recognised for its innovation and excellence in the industry. Acquired by Bosch in 2021, we continue to operate as Protec, retaining our identity whilst benefitting from the resources and opportunities as part of a global network, offering expanded opportunities for growth and development. The Financial Accounting department of Protec Group in Nelson are a team with responsibility for a wide and varied range of accounting, general ledger, compliance and group internal reporting activities. We aim to provide a high level of satisfaction to our customers as well as an enjoyable and supportive yet challenging, environment in which to work. As a key member of our team, based from the Nelson Head office you will be providing proactive, efficient service to the CFO for the financial reporting functions for all Protec Group entities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact as part of a growing business. For the right candidate the role offers the potential for career growth both in the UK and internationally within the Bosch network.

Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership to the accounting, tax, and internal controls teams, ensuring the function is appropriately structured, resourced, and performing effectively.
• Delegate responsibilities appropriately while maintaining overall accountability for departmental performance and delivery.
• Drive the ongoing development of team capability, fostering continuous improvement and enhancing technical expertise across the function.
• Lead the evolution and sophistication of accounting processes, controls, and methodologies to support business growth and efficiency.
• Play a key role in finance-related IT system transformation initiatives, contributing as an integral member of the wider change programme.
• Bring demonstrable experience operating within a complex corporate environment, applying best practice governance and controls.

Financial Reporting & Control

• Oversee all accounting operations and processes, driving continuous improvement and strengthening financial systems and controls.
• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and UK GAAP, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements and group policies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and internal group stakeholders, managing relationships and audit processes effectively.
• Provide robust challenge, technical expertise, and insight across all accounting matters affecting the group’s entities.
• Maintain full oversight of all tax and accounting activities, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and alignment with corporate objectives.
• Ensure adherence to group reporting requirements, including the timely and accurate completion of consolidation and reporting packages.
• Collaborate closely with the controlling/FP&A function to support and maintain operational excellence across the wider finance team