Key Responsibilities
Operational Finance Delivery
* Completion of monthly management accounts alongside the Finance Director
* Ensure accurate reporting of P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
* Oversee budgeting, rolling forecasts, and fixed asset management (including depreciation and asset creation/disposal on ERP systems such as SAP)
* Supervise transactional finance (AP/AR/payroll) and month-end close processes
Strengthen Financial Controls & Compliance
* Enhance internal controls and reporting systems
* Support year-end audit completion
* Ensure VAT, tax, and regulatory compliance
* Monitor and mitigate financial risks
Strategic Support
* Prepare detailed financial analysis to drive decision-making
* Assist in forecasting meetings and refine processes for greater accuracy
* Understand key business drivers to provide proactive advisory support
Finance Team Leadership
* Manage and develop the finance team through mentoring, process discipline, and systems improvement
* Embed automation where possible and ensure scalable operations to support business growth
Business Partnering with Operations
* Collaborate with department heads, providing analytical insights and technical expertise
* Support spending and margin analysis to ensure profitability
* Stay informed on market, competitor, and industry trends to prepare the team for new challenges
Leadership Integration
* Act as a key member of the leadership team, partnering across functions to maximise organisational performance
Person Specification
* A degree-level education with a professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA)
* Ideally previously operated at Management Accountant level or similar
* Proven track record as part of a general management team in a business environment
* Extensive experience in ERP systems, particularly SAP
* Commercial understanding with strong analytical and advisory skills
* A proven ability to balance hands-on operational delivery with strategic thinking
* Evidence of driving system improvements and automation
£60,000 Basic salary plus full benefits package, On site working
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