Job Summary:
This is a key financial role responsible for providing accurate and timely financial information to the Management Team, General Manager, and Managing Director.
Responsibilities
* Prepare annual accounts and monthly management accounts with attention to detail and in compliance with relevant regulations.
* Deliver high-quality financial reporting to stakeholders, including variance analysis and commentary on key trends.
* Conduct thorough cash flow analysis to inform business decisions and mitigate risk.
* Process payroll accurately and within designated deadlines.
* Ensure reconciliation of cash books and balance sheet to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
* Maintain up-to-date fixed assets registers and perform intercompany reconciliations.
* Manage journal entries, prepayments, and accruals to maintain accurate financial records.
* Oversee debtors and creditors, ensuring timely payments and minimizing bad debt.
* Monitor PO system from sign-off to matching delivery dockets and invoices.
* Administer statutory returns, including VAT, PAYE, RCT, and CIS, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP) and costings, preparing detailed reports and implementing effective WIP management systems.
* Support tender preparation and contribute to the development of the annual operating budget.
Key Requirements
* Qualified accountant with ACCA/SIMA or similar qualification.
* Minimum 3 years' experience in accounting and finance, with proficiency in Sage.
* Experience with invoice discounting is highly desirable.