Senior Finance Officer

Permanent Role

30,0000

Location: Ashtead
100% OFFICE BASED POSITION
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Join a dynamic and growing UK-based food business that’s part of a globally recognised group and a market leader in its category. With a reputation for premium products and exceptional service, this company is passionate about quality, innovation, and collaboration.

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As a Senior Finance Officer, you’ll be at the heart of the company’s financial operations, supporting both UK distribution and production activities. Reporting directly to the Group Financial Director and overseeing a part-time team member, you’ll ensure robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and smooth day-to-day accounting processes.

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Key Responsibilities:

?? Financial Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate financial records in line with UK standards

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end management accounts

• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and control accounts

• Manage accruals, prepayments, and journal entries


?? Invoicing & Ledger Oversight

• Generate and process customer and supplier invoices

• Oversee purchase and sales ledger functions

• Monitor aged debtors and creditors, ensuring timely payments

• Liaise with suppliers and customers on financial queries


?? Payroll & Compliance

• Manage payroll and ensure HMRC compliance

• Administer pensions, benefits, and statutory deductions

• Submit VAT returns and other statutory filings
?? Cashflow & Budgeting

• Maintain cashflow forecasts and assist with budgeting

• Provide insights on cost control and financial efficiency


??? Systems & Process Improvement

• Use and maintain accounting systems (Xero & Syspro essential)

• Enhance internal financial controls and processes

• Support and train junior finance staff


?? Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and HMRC

• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions

• Ensure GDPR and internal policy compliance

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Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior bookkeeping or finance role

• Strong knowledge of UK accounting and compliance

• Proficiency in Xero and Syspro (essential)

• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills

• Confident working independently and managing deadlines

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Get in touch today to learn more or apply!