Senior Accountant
This role will focus on overseeing and optimising financial operations in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
* Financial Reporting:
Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports for internal stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery and accurate insights.
* Month-End Close:
Manage month-end close, including inventory accounting, accruals, and reconciliations to maintain a clean and efficient close process.
* Cash Flow Management:
Monitor daily cash flow and manage currency hedging processes to mitigate risk and ensure smooth operations.
* Budgeting and Forecasting:
Support budgeting and forecasting processes, identifying cost-saving opportunities and providing actionable insights to drive business growth.
* Tax Compliance:
Ensure compliance with tax and statutory obligations (VAT, PAYE, RTD, Intrastat) to maintain a strong corporate governance framework.
* Financial Insights:
Collaborate closely with department heads to provide financial insight into operational performance, enabling data-driven decision making.
* Internal Controls:
Manage internal controls and ensure finance processes are efficient and audit-ready to protect the organisation's assets and reputation.
* Team Leadership:
Supervise and support one finance team member, providing mentorship and oversight to develop their skills and knowledge.
Requirements
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
* Experience: 3+ years experience in a finance role with exposure to operational and management accounting.
* Retail or FMCG experience is an advantage.
* Systems: Proficient in Excel and ERP systems (experience with Sage is a plus).
* Skills: Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a small team.