Full job descriptionThis is a hands-on role that combines core accounting responsibilities with financial analysis, forecasting, cash flow management, and process improvement. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping leadership understand business performance, identify opportunities, manage risk, and support sustainable growth across the organisation.


Company Benefits:
*Competitive salary
*Bonus scheme
*Hybrid working opportunities - someone in for a minimum of 3 days in the office
*Company pension
*Professional development and study support (where applicable)
*Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership
*Growing business with progression opportunities
*Supportive and collaborative working environment


Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Analysis
*Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
*Produce variance analysis and provide clear commentary on business performance.
*Prepare board and management reporting packs including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, KPIs, and key financial insights.
*Support leadership by explaining financial results, forecasts, and business performance.
*Deliver reliable financial reporting to support informed decision-making.
Forecasting, Budgeting & Planning
*Maintain rolling forecasts and cash flow projections.
*Support the annual budgeting process through robust financial analysis.
*Develop financial models and scenario planning tools to support business decisions.
*Identify risks and opportunities through forward-looking financial analysis.
*Provide insight to support strategic growth initiatives.
Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
*Monitor and forecast cash flow requirements.
*Support improvements in credit control and collections performance.
*Help reduce debtor days and improve working capital efficiency.
*Provide visibility of cash position and associated business risks.
*Support initiatives designed to improve cash generation and reduce financing costs.
Financial Control & Compliance
*Maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial records and ledger postings.
*Prepare and submit VAT returns in accordance with HMRC requirements.
*Support statutory accounts preparation and year-end audit processes.
*Coordinate audit requests and prepare supporting documentation.
*Assist in strengthening financial controls and governance procedures.
Systems & Process Improvement
*Support the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting tools.
*Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve efficiency.
*Improve reporting accuracy, consistency, and data quality.
*Assist with the integration and optimisation of finance, CRM, and operational systems.
*Contribute to scalable finance processes that support business growth.


Experience & Skills Required:
Essential
*Qualified or part-qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
*Previous experience producing monthly management accounts.
*Strong financial reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management skills.
*Experience supporting audits and statutory reporting requirements.
*Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
*Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
*Strong Excel and financial systems capability.
*Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Desirable
*Exposure to integrated finance and CRM systems.
*Experience improving credit control and working capital performance.
*Experience supporting a growing or scaling organisation.
*Experience identifying and implementing process improvements.
If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.