Senior Financial Accountant
REPORTING TO: Financial Controller
Job Description
The Senior Financial Accountant will be responsible for the preparation of accurate and timely Management Accounts information, supporting business decision-making through insightful analysis and reporting. The role will also involve close collaboration with operational teams and senior leadership to drive financial performance, maintain financial control, and ensure compliance, while contributing to process improvements and team development.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepare monthly management accounts in line with reporting deadlines
Review, analyse, & consolidate 50 brand-level P&Ls, ensuring:
Accurate margin reporting
Appropriate cost allocation
Conduct detailed overhead variance analysis versus Budget and Prior Year
Maintain accurate cost of goods sold pricing for all products
Provide clear and insightful accounts commentary for Senior Leadership
Consolidate three group companies accounts
Maintain audit ready monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations
Business Partnering
Support other departments with financial data, analysis, and insights
Act as a key point of contact for financial queries across the business
Assist in driving improved financial understanding among non-finance stakeholders
Identify cost saving initiatives for department heads
Audit, Tax & Compliance
Support the year-end audit process, including:
Preparation of audit schedules
Liaising with external auditors
Oversee the accuracy of tax submissions, including:
VAT
SSD (Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Tax)
Excise Duty
DRS (Deposit Return Scheme)
Ensure financial data integrity and compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
Systems & Process Development
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control
Support the development and optimisation of financial systems and reporting tools
Drive standardisation and automation of reporting processes where possible
Reporting & Ad Hoc Analysis
Produce ad hoc financial reports and analysis for members of the Senior Leadership Team
Support business initiatives with relevant financial modelling and insights
Team Management & Development
Support and manage junior finance staff, including:
Delegating tasks and reviewing work
Providing training and ongoing development
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the team
Key Skills & Experience
Professionally qualified accountant, 3+ years PQE (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Strong experience in management accounting and financial analysis
Experience with indirect taxes and regulatory reporting (desirable)
Advanced Excel skills exposure to Power BI
Strong systems awareness and interest in process improvement
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities
Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Experience working in a fast-paced commercial environment (desirable)
Experience managing or mentoring junior staff (desirable)
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