Chief Accountant

SF Recruitment; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to manage day-to-day financial operations in Wolverhampton. The role involves maintaining financial records, preparing management accounts, and ensuring compliance across various entities. The ideal candidate should be a qualified accountant with strong analytical skills and at least 2-3 years of post-qualification experience. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Exposure to diverse business activities

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers across all entities.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Reconcile bank statements and oversee cash flow management.
• Support accounting and reporting for a range of investments in private and public markets.
• Liaise with auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Develop and enhance internal financial processes and controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Job Opportunity: Senior Financial Accountant. Location: Wolverhampton.

Are you a detail-oriented and proactive finance professional with a passion for numbers and a keen interest in investment and business operations? We're looking for an experienced accountant to join a dynamic and growing organisation.

The Role

As Senior Financial Accountant, you'll take ownership of day-to-day financial management, reporting, and compliance across multiple entities. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to a range of investment and business activities across diverse sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers across all entities.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Reconcile bank statements and oversee cash flow management.
• Support accounting and reporting for a range of investments in private and public markets.
• Liaise with auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Develop and enhance internal financial processes and controls.

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2-3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with discretion in handling confidential matters.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of business and investment activities.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Flexible working options and hours