Accountant (Newly Qualified)

Seymour John; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive finance team

Strategic exposure

Career progression

Competitive salary

Growth opportunity

Job summary

Seymour John, Oswestry, seeks a Qualified Accountant to join its finance team. The role offers exposure to strategic financial operations and a clear path toward leadership in finance.

The successful candidate will deliver monthly management accounts, support budgeting and forecasting, and collaborate with department heads to provide actionable financial insights for growth. ACA or ACCA required with practice/audit background.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACA or ACCA with practice background and audit exposure.
• Strong technical accounting and commercial skills.
• Excellent communication and analytical abilities.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Collaborate with department heads to provide financial insights.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and internal controls.
• Identify and implement process improvements in finance operations.

Skills

Audit exposure

Management reporting

Financial analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

A well-established and profitable business based in Oswestry as a result of succession planning seek to recruit a talented Qualified Accountant, to join its finance team.

This position offers a unique opportunity for a driven and ambitious accountant to play a key role in the financial operations of a market leading UK organisation. The successful candidate will gain exposure to strategic decision-making and business-wide operations, with a clear pathway toward a future leadership role in finance.

What's on Offer:

• A key role within an experienced and supportive finance team
• Exposure to strategic and commercial decision-making
• The opportunity to contribute directly to business growth and innovation
• A defined progression route toward senior finance leadership
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Candidate Profile:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with experience gained from working in practice with exposure to auditing
• Strong technical accounting and commercial skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical abilities
• Proactive and hands‑on approach with a desire for professional growth

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Support for budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Collaboration with departmental heads to provide financial insights and guidance
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal control requirements
• Identifying and implementing process improvements within finance operations

This is an excellent opportunity for a 1st time mover looking to progress their career within industry for a respected and growing UK business.