About the Role
We’re looking for a skilled and forward-thinking qualified Financial Accountant to join a dynamic Group Finance team. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you’ll play a key role in ensuring robust financial control and reporting across a diverse portfolio of businesses. This is an opportunity to work within a collaborative environment that values sustainability, stewardship, and long-term growth. You’ll have the chance to contribute strategically while enjoying a culture that promotes work-life balance and personal development.
What You’ll Be Doing
As Financial Accountant, you’ll provide strategic financial support to senior leadership. Your responsibilities will include:
* Delivering timely and accurate financial and management reporting in partnership with the Group Financial Controller.
* Managing tax processes and liaising with external advisors to ensure compliance and timely submissions.
* Assisting with cash management and forecasting, including funding requirements and group cash flow analysis.
* Leading the production of year-end statutory accounts and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory deadlines.
* Overseeing and evolving finance policies, procedures, and internal audit frameworks.
* Supporting financial activities for associated entities and investments.
* Managing and developing finance systems to ensure accurate, accessible data for stakeholders.
* Driving simplification and automation of financial records and processes.
* Deputising for the Group Financial Controller when required, ensuring continuity in reporting and consolidations.
Who We’re Looking For
A detail-focused and collaborative finance professional who thrives in a multifaceted environment. You’ll bring:
* A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with post-qualification experience, ideally in a group or multi-entity setting.
* Strong working knowledge of financial systems and processes.
* High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general IT literacy.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills.
* A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary
* Generous holiday entitlement plus option to buy more.
* Hybrid working.
* Free on-site parking.
* Employee assistance programme and wellbeing initiatives.
* Excellent personal development and career opportunities