Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Corporate Accountant / Commercial Analyst to join our dynamic team specialising in IT services and data centre operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in financial management and accounting software. The successful candidate will play a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records, analysing commercial data, and supporting strategic decision-making processes within a fast-paced technology environment. Prior experience with financial services and mentoring junior staff will be advantageous. The position is fully paid and suitable for candidates eager to develop their career within the IT and data centre sector.
This role is ideal for someone with deep experience in the IT service sector, strong exposure to NHS and HSCN environments, and the confidence to challenge costs, contracts, and operating models. You will act as a trusted commercial advisor to senior leadership, providing insight, analysis, and clear recommendations that directly improve margins, cash flow, and long-term sustainability.
This is not a passive reporting role — you will actively challenge spend, question assumptions, and drive change.
Duties
* Prepare, review, and analyse financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with organisational policies.
* Manage accounts payable processes, ensuring timely payments and accurate record-keeping.
* Utilise various accounting software including Xero other relevant platforms to maintain financial records.
* Support financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to aid strategic planning.
* Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, ensuring all deadlines are met efficiently.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights that support business growth initiatives.
* Analyse revenue, costs, margins, and profitability across IT service contracts.
* Identify loss-making services, contracts, and operational inefficiencies.Build and maintain financial models to support pricing, forecasting, and decision-making.
* Provide clear, data-driven insight into where the business makes — and loses — money
* Ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulatory requirements related to financial reporting.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes through optimisation initiatives.
* Actively challenge supplier costs, third-party contracts, and internal spend.
* Review IT service delivery costs including networks, connectivity, licensing, support, and data centres.
* Support renegotiation of supplier agreements, including telecoms, HSCN, hardware, and software vendors.
* Establish cost controls, governance, and commercial discipline.
* Partner with leadership to define and execute a business turnaround strategy
* Identify quick wins and long-term improvements to restore profitability
* Support restructuring of services, pricing models, and delivery approaches
* Track turnaround progress using clear KPIs, dashboards, and reporting
Qualifications
* Proven experience in financial accounting within the IT services or data centre industry is preferred.
* Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero or similar platforms is essential.
* Strong knowledge of financial management principles including accounts payable, receivables, and general ledger maintenance.
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively under tight deadlines.
* Demonstrated ability to analyse complex financial data and present insights clearly to stakeholders.
* Experience mentoring or training colleagues is desirable but not mandatory.
* Relevant professional qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent are advantageous.
* This role offers a stimulating environment for professionals passionate about finance within the technology sector, providing opportunities for growth and development in a supportive organisation committed to excellence in financial management.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: £32,298.90-£45,687.73 per year
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Flexitime
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Telford TF2 9NT