FINANCE ACCOUNTANT

Talentsure; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial consultancy in Shaftsbury seeks a proactive Financial Accountant to join their expanding finance team. This is a hands-on role focused on preparing management accounts, ensuring statutory compliance, and maintaining balance sheet integrity. The ideal candidate is a Fully Qualified Accountant with experience in the industrial, manufacturing, or FMCG sector. Strong proficiency in accounting software and excellent communication skills are essential. This position offers competitive compensation of up to £65,000, Monday to Friday hours, and opportunities for process improvement.

Qualifications

• Must be a Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Proven experience in financial reporting and management accounting.
• Strong proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts for two Ltd companies.
• Ensure compliance with financial legislation and reporting requirements.
• Act as the point of contact for VAT, Duty, and Tax.

Skills

Financial reporting

Tax and duties

Management accounting

Effective communication

Project management

Education

Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Financial Accountant

Location: Shaftsbury

Hours: Monday to Friday (9am – 5pm)

Salary: Up to £65,000

The Opportunity: Financial Accountant

We are seeking a highly proactive, fully qualified Financial Accountant to join the head office of a passionate, collaborative, and rapidly growing company operating within the industrial, manufacturing, or FMCG sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity to sit right at the heart of the finance team, reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller and working closely with the Senior Management Accountant. We are seeking a proactive, self-starting individual who is driven to succeed. You will be empowered with immediate ownership of two key legal entities within the group, requiring both initiative and a high degree of autonomy

The role offers the perfect blend of essential Management Accounting duties and critical Statutory Accounts preparation.

Key Responsibilities

This role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional with a passion for process improvement:

• Management Accounts: Responsibility for the preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts for two Ltd companies, ensuring strict deadlines are met, including accurate reporting of stocks.
• Statutory Compliance: Ensure company compliance with relevant financial legislative and reporting requirements. This includes continuing CPD, awareness of upcoming legislative changes, and maintaining robust controls within the GDPR framework.
• Balance Sheet Integrity: Maintain clean balance sheets for both entities, providing monthly commentary and raising any associated risks or opportunities.
• Tax & Duties Lead: Act as the point of contact for the business regarding VAT, Duty, and Tax with respect to import/export activities.
• Budgeting & Planning: Oversight of entity budgets, including planning and business partnering, feeding into the preparation of consolidated group budgets.
• Process Improvement: Lead efficiency improvement projects at the site, including activity-based costing and scenario planning. Contribute to internal control processes to safeguard financial systems.
• Reporting: Ensure the accurate completion of monthly KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), including commentary and recommendations for improvement.
• Project Work: Undertake project work within the finance department and wider business as required.

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for a finance professional who can demonstrate technical excellence alongside strong business acumen:

• Qualification: Must be a Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Sector Experience (Desirable): Proven experience in financial reporting, tax & duties, and management accounting within the industrial, manufacturing, or FMCG sector.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of IFRS / FRS (Financial Reporting Standards).
• System Proficiency: Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, with a particular strength in Excel.
• Stock Accounting: Knowledge and experience in stock accounting is highly desirable.
• Communication & Partnering: Excellent communicator with strong partnering skills. Ability to present complex financial information clearly to stakeholders and senior management.
• Project Management: Strong project management and governance awareness, capable of driving efficiency projects.