Location: Derby Salary range: £60,000 - £65,000 This is a leadership role which requires a hands-on approach to performing accounting duties whilst also supporting with other operational tasks. The role will cover: Project Cost Accounting supporting in the preparation of financial evaluations and proposals, and monthly project reporting and analysis Assuring the integrity of accounting and operating data Maintaining financial and operating controls Supporting internal and external financial audit and tax requests and quarterly VAT filings Provide support to corporate A/R function to ensure timely and accurate customer invoicing and collections Ensuring all reporting is compliant with statutory laws and regulations Ensuring compliance with all HMRC requirements Presenting varied reports and results to senior executives / stakeholders In addition to financial duties, the role includes Employee Management - recruitment, onboarding and offboarding processes, appraisals, and maintaining personnel documentation Your background: Must be a Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Have c10 years experience in an accounting role, which includes experience working in a management / leadership capacity Adept to working independently and making proactive improvements Able to show a supportive, collaborative approach across all business stakeholders Excellent judgement and decision-making maker skills in an agile environment PC literate & skilled with all Microsoft Office based applications Able to support non-finance teams such as HR and administrative functions Experience in an engineering / manufacturing environment is desirable Benefits: 33 days holiday per year, including bank holidays Pension - 5% employer contribution Private medical insurance Income protection and death-in-service cover Option for discounted share purchase plan Cycle to Work scheme