Gloucestershire | Full-Time | £Competitive + Benefits
If you’re an experienced Financial Accountant looking for a role with ownership, leadership responsibility and strong visibility across the finance function, this opportunity offers exactly that.
You’ll work closely with the Financial Controller, managing a small team and overseeing core financial accounting processes across fixed assets, balance sheet controls, statutory reporting and year-end preparation. This is a varied, hands-on role in a supportive and collaborative finance team.
Why this move stands out
*Direct impact on financial reporting and controls
*Manage and develop a team of Assistant Accountants & Purchase Ledger
*Broad remit covering fixed assets, payroll controls, statutory reporting & audit
*Opportunity to drive improvements and strengthen processes
*Stable, growing business with a strong finance leadership team
Your key focus areas
*Overseeing fixed asset accounting and register maintenance
*Preparing month-end journals including accruals and prepayments
*Completing detailed balance sheet reconciliations (including payroll accounts)
*Managing PSA & P11D submissions and associated reporting
*Supporting the implementation of new accounting standards (e.g., lease reporting)
*Playing a key role in year-end accounts preparation and audit queries
*Completing National Statistics reporting, CT61 submissions and annual returns
*Leading equipment reconciliations and supporting year-end stock take
*Producing analysis and management reporting for leadership
*Day-to-day management of two Assistant Accountants and a Purchase Ledger Administrator
*Providing cover, guidance and support across the finance team when required
What you’ll bring
*Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA) OR strong QBE with 3+ years’ experience
*Strong experience across management accounts, treasury or ledger processes
*High attention to detail with an inquisitive, diligent working style
*Confident with Excel and general IT systems (Sage 200 beneficial)
*Proactive, dynamic and able to use initiative in solving problems
*Supportive team player with strong people skills and leadership ability
What’s in it for you
*Competitive salary + pension
*Health Cover
*22 days holiday + bank holidays
*Full-time role (37.5 hours, Mon–Fri)
*Supportive and collaborative finance team
*Opportunities for long-term development
Next Step
If you’re ready for a move that gives you more responsibility, progression and client exposure, apply today for a confidential conversation with our specialist consultants here at GMP Recruitment Agency Limited.