The Role
Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director and working closely with senior leadership, you will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and long-term financial stability. This role combines strategic oversight with day-to-day operational responsibility.
* Full responsibility for day-to-day financial operations.
* Monthly management accounts with detailed commentary and analysis.
* Annual budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management.
* Preparation and submission of VAT returns.
* Payroll administration for staff and players.
* Ensuring compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.
* Supervision of an existing bookkeeper.
* Oversight of ticketing systems and reconciliations.
* Liaising with auditors, directors, and external stakeholders.
About You
We are seeking a fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA) with proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior accounting role. Exposure to both practice and industry environments is desirable.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
* Commercially astute, highly organised, and detail-focused.
* Confident in financial systems and Excel (Sage experience advantageous).
* Comfortable working across all levels of finance from high-level reporting to hands-on tasks.
* Flexible and proactive, with the ability to support matchday operations when required.
* A team player with the drive to contribute to an ambitious and values-led organisation.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary dependent on experience.
* Full-time, office-based role.
* The chance to play a key part in a respected organisation within professional sport.
* An opportunity to work in a passionate, close-knit environment with a genuine community focus.
This role will initially be based at the parent company’s head office in Padiham, before relocating to the organisation’s main site in Accrington.
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