Reporting to the Head of Finance, the position will suit a fully qualified accountant with strong financial planning and analysis experience, alongside proven team leadership skills.
Hybrid working and office attendance required four days per month. Free on-site parking is available.
Responsibilities:
* Lead, coordinate and prioritise the work of the finance team
* Oversee monthly management accounts, balance sheet reporting, cash flow and other financial reports, including detailed variance analysis
* Lead the annual budgeting process and coordinate quarterly forecasting, challenging assumptions and ensuring submissions are robust and evidence-based
* Oversee payroll, cash flow and other key financial models
* Manage year-end activities, including statutory schedules, working papers, draft annual accounts, audit preparation and supporting documentation
* Oversee VAT reporting, ensuring appropriate reconciliations, supporting evidence and financial controls are maintained
* Work closely with budget holders and senior stakeholders to provide financial analysis and business partnering support
* Maintain effective financial controls across reporting, reconciliations, financial data and audit documentation
* Identify financial risks, control weaknesses and areas for improvement, recommending appropriate action
* Support improvements to financial reporting, modelling, planning tools and finance processes
* Monitor cash and overall financial performance, escalating emerging risks where necessary
Experience required:
* Fully qualified accountant with a recognised professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA
* Previous financial planning and analysis experience
* Proven managerial or team leadership experience
* Strong experience in budgeting, financial forecasting and performance analysis
* In-depth understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting
* Good working knowledge of UK financial regulations and VAT requirements
* Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends and make evidence-based recommendations
* Advanced Excel skills, financial modelling experience and confidence using financial management software
* Ability to explain complex financial information clearly to financial and non-financial stakeholders
Salary description
£55000.00 - £60000.00 per year