ABOUT US
Wildcare provides ecology, conservation, and habitat management products to the ecology and construction industries. Based in the Cotswolds, we pride ourselves on our exceptional customer service, and deep understanding of our customers' needs—whether it's supplying essential equipment for protected species surveys, servicing bat detectors, or offering rental options to support fieldwork.
ROLE SUMMARY
As Wildcare continues to grow we now want to strengthen the team with a dedicated finance colleague, responsible for all aspects of the financial side of the business.
By ensuring that the transactional processes are kept up to date, you will be able to complete the month end accounts to trial balance, for consolidation into the group. You will then be able to compare the company's performance to the budget and forecast that you prepared in partnership with the Wildcare sales and group finance teams.
It's an autonomous role but you will have the opportunity to work closely with other finance colleagues to share best practice and resources, whilst also contributing to the development of team culture.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
* Ensuring that all supplier invoices are processed and paid to terms. Supplier statement reconciliations kept up to date.
* Working with customers and colleagues to minimise outstanding balances, targeting and achieving key debtor metrics.
* Preparation and ownership of the cashflow forecast, communicating opportunities and challenges in a timely manner.
* Month end accounts preparation up to trial balance. Focus on accurate record keeping as the company is subject to a full annual audit.
* Monthly results analysis to be prepared, together with ad-hoc investigations and reports across all aspects of the business.
* Preparation of the annual budget with regular re-forecasts. Regular variance analysis to offer insights into company performance.
* VAT returns to be completed.
* Daily bank account reconciliations, including ledger cash posting – both payments and receipts.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
* AAT or equivalent qualifications as a preference, supported by experience of working in a finance environment.
* Experience with an integrated ERP system.
* Analytical skills and thorough attention to detail.
* Curiosity – be open to different ways of thinking and operating. Enjoy asking questions that lead to improvements and change.
* The ability to listen and negotiate with stakeholders.
* Excellent verbal communication.
* Persistence and determination.
* Ability to work well in a team.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Paid volunteer time
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Work Location: In person