Finance Accountant

Position: FINANCE ACCOUNTANT
Financial Accountant

Location:

Shaftsbury

Hours:

Monday to Friday (9am – 5pm)

Salary:
Up to £65,000

The Opportunity:

Financial Accountant

We are seeking a highly proactive, fully qualified Financial Accountant to join the head office of a passionate, collaborative, and rapidly growing company operating within the industrial, manufacturing, or FMCG sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity to sit right at the heart of the finance team, reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller and working closely with the Senior Management Accountant. We are seeking a proactive, self-starting individual who is driven to succeed. You will be empowered with immediate ownership of two key legal entities within the group, requiring both initiative and a high degree of autonomy.

The role offers the perfect blend of essential Management Accounting duties and critical Statutory Accounts preparation.

Key Responsibilities

This role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional with a passion for process improvement:

* Management Accounts:
Responsibility for the preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts for two Ltd companies, ensuring strict deadlines are met, including accurate reporting of stocks.

* Statutory Compliance:
Ensure company compliance with relevant financial legislative and reporting requirements. This includes continuing CPD, awareness of upcoming legislative changes, and maintaining robust controls within the GDPR framework.

* Balance Sheet Integrity:
Maintain clean balance sheets for both entities, providing monthly commentary and raising any associated risks or opportunities.

* Tax & Duties Lead:
Act as the point of contact for the business regarding VAT, Duty, and Tax with respect to import/export activities.

* Budgeting & Planning:
Oversight of entity budgets, including planning and business partnering, feeding into the preparation of consolidated group budgets.

* Process Improvement:
Lead efficiency improvement projects at the site, including activity-based costing and scenario planning. Contribute to internal control processes to safeguard financial systems.

* Reporting:
Ensure the accurate completion of monthly KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), including commentary and recommendations for improvement.

* Project Work:
Undertake project work within the finance department and wider business as required.

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for a finance professional who can demonstrate technical excellence alongside strong business acumen:

* Qualification:

Must be a Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).

* Sector Experience (Desirable):
Proven experience in financial reporting, tax & duties, and management accounting within the industrial, manufacturing, or FMCG sector.

* Technical Knowledge:
Strong understanding of IFRS / FRS (Financial Reporting Standards).

* System Proficiency:
Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, with a particular strength in Excel.

* Stock Accounting:
Knowledge and experience in stock accounting is highly desirable.

* Communication & Partnering:
Excellent communicator with strong partnering skills. Ability to present complex financial information clearly to stakeholders and senior management.

* Project Management:
Strong project management and governance awareness, capable of driving efficiency projects