This rapidly growing business operates in a specialist field deploying their products and services to both commercial and domestic customers. Led by a team of industry experts and operating through distinctive divisions they provide a holistic offering to ensure their clients receive expert service and value for money. Having recently brought on a Finance Director the business is now gearing up for expansion which will involve opening new sites in the future and bringing some of their currently outsourced accountancy support in-house. In order to accommodate this they would now like to recruit a Management Accountant to join the business, in a support role to the FD and overseeing a small team. This role will make an excellent development opportunity for someone looking to benefit from mentorship and the chance to enjoy a varied role in an SME finance function. The ideal candidate would be a strong Assistant Management Accountant looking for more ownership of the Management Accounts and month end processes, or a more experienced individual seeking a new challenge in a growing business. Applications from AAT qualified or early / part qual CIMA / ACCA candidates would be welcomed but not essential. The main duties are expected to be: Preparation of monthly management accounts Supporting production of month end board reports Reporting for main trading co. and divisions Balance sheet reconciliations Preparing cashflow forecasts Developing KPIs and analysis Assisting / owning the year end accounts prep Producing VAT returns and dealing with HMRC Overseeing sales and purchase ledger Supporting implementation of XERO Previous experience of becoming a trusted business partner to non-financial managers will be useful to this role. You will also be using industry specific reporting software so confidence with IT systems will be important along with experience of using accounting software. There will be the opportunity to participate in a number of growth and improvement projects so suitable applicants must be keen on continuous improvement of processes and controls. This will be a great role for someone who would enjoy working with a charismatic FD and being part of an ambitious team who are motivated to drive the business forward. The position will be office based and some flexibility to work a day from home can be discussed once up and running. If you would like to be considered please apply as soon as possible!