Kenneth Brian Associates is working with a well established organisation based on the outskirts of Haywards Heath, who are a leader in their field, to recruit an experienced Accountant on a permanent basis.
Once up and running the role offers hybrid working with 3 days required in the office.
The main responsibilities the position entails are:
*Preparation of monthly management accounts ensuring proper recording and reporting of financial transactions
*Provide finance support to operational teams responsible for show cost budgets and revenue.
*Build, review and maintain budgets and forecasts in the FP&A system
*Financial accounting responsibility for all legal entities within remit, balance sheet reconciliation and audit compliance
*Business Partner across various departments of the organisation
*Report and manage financial risks and opportunities at show level
*Ad hoc reporting and analysis. Supporting the FD and business to develop new and innovative analysis reports to help the business focus on performance and delivering financial objectives
*Suggest updates and improvements for accounting processes as well as ensure the business are following finance process and train/support where needed.
*Ad-hoc support as required to the senior finance team
*Support, development and training of a team of two and responsible for AR/credit control within the business as well as cashflow reporting to adhere to Group deadlines.
To be considered for the role, you must possess the following:
*Either, a qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or a part qualified active studier
*Minimum of three years’ experience preparing full management accounts
*Proven track record of delivery of value adding information
*Strong analytical skills
*Someone who has developed through finance roles and understands the basics of accounting