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.

• 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.

• 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.