Ready to take the lead on month-end, business partnering and cashflow management? This Accountant role offers the chance to step into a pivotal position reporting directly to the Finance Director. Initially a 3-month temporary contract, it’s highly likely to transition into a permanent role. You’ll have scope to influence decision-making, improve processes and build strong relationships across the business. Once permanent, you’ll also benefit from flexible hours, hybrid working, an enhanced pension and a competitive bonus scheme. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for: Month-end accounting and reporting, aiming to reduce the month-end close process by 3-4 days Business partnering with internal stakeholders to support commercial decision-making Reconciling balance sheet accounts Supporting payroll and posting monthly costs Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning Managing cashflow and treasury activities Preparing for audits and maintaining accurate records Delivering ad hoc reporting and analysis for the Finance Director What you will need: Previous experience in a similar role, such as Financial Accountant / Management Accountant / Finance Manager / Assistant Management Accountant / Accountant / Finance Business Partner To be part or fully qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACA or QBE A confident and proactive approach to improving systems and processes Solid Excel skills (ideally including Power Query) A collaborative attitude and the ability to communicate with non-finance colleagues What you will get: Flexible hours – core hours arrangement Hybrid working – 1 day from home per week Free, onsite parking Private office space Once permanent Discretionary company bonus Enhanced pension – 6% employer, 4% employee Life insurance – 3x salary 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company sick pay If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you! We take your application seriously and WE RESPOND TO EVERY APPLICATION…because getting a job is hard enough. The Niche Partnership is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. The Niche Partnership complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that The Niche Partnership may contact you in connection with your application in relation to The Niche Partnership providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website.