Commercial Accountant

CY Executive Resourcing; Ledbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a proactive Commercial Accountant to join their dynamic team. This role involves working closely with the CEO to provide financial insights and operational support in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with strong commercial acumen and experience in SME settings. You'll take ownership of the finance function, driving performance and efficiency while overseeing a small support team. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with experience in SME or owner-managed businesses.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with strategic and transactional capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Own the finance function, including management accounts and budgeting.
• Monitor business performance and provide commercial insights.
• Lead cash flow planning and financial risk management.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash Flow Management

Team Leadership

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

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Business Manager : Senior Accountancy & Financial Recruitment Specialist

We're seeking a hands-on Commercial Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. You’ll be a key member of a small, close-knit team and work directly with the CEO to provide financial insight, operational support, and strategic input.

This is a roll-up-your-sleeves kind of role — ideal for someone who’s not afraid to get stuck in, take ownership, and drive performance across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the day-to-day finance function, including monthly management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Monitor business performance and provide commercial insight to aid decision-making.
• Business partner with the CEO to improve efficiency, margins, and financial processes.
• Lead cash flow planning, cost control, and financial risk management.
• Liaise with external accountants for year-end and audit.
• Support ad hoc projects including pricing analysis, investment decisions, and operational improvements.
• Oversee a small finance/admin support team.

About You:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Strong commercial acumen with proven experience in SME or owner-managed businesses.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, lean, and fast-evolving environment.
• Hands-on, proactive, and willing to operate at both strategic and transactional levels.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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