Group Financial Accountant

SRL Traffic Systems Limited; Winsford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Free access to wellbeing support

People Safe app for protection

Job summary

SRL Traffic Systems Limited is seeking a Group Financial Accountant to influence financial strategy and streamline reporting processes. Based in Winsford, this role offers a chance to directly impact the company’s financial health and work alongside senior leadership.

Candidates should be qualified accountants with significant experience in group consolidation, management reporting, and statutory accounts preparation. The position promises a dynamic, high-growth environment with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in industry as a fully qualified accountant.
• Proven experience in group consolidation and financial control.
• Strong technical skills in preparing statutory accounts.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end cycle and group consolidation.
• Shape cash flow forecasting and budgeting processes.
• Lead year-end accounts and tax pack preparations.
• Drive process improvements in the finance function.
• Collaborate across business teams for data-driven decisions.

Skills

Group consolidation

Management reporting

Statutory accounts preparation

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Tools

Sage 200

Job description

SRL are looking for a Group Financial Accountant to shape financial strategy, streamline reporting processes, and be at the centre of business decisions.

Group Financial Accountant – 55k-65k depending on experience – Winsford based

If you’re an ambitious accountant who wants to shape financial strategy, streamline reporting processes, and be at the centre of business decisions, this is your chance. As our Group Financial Accountant, you’ll directly influence the company’s financial health while gaining invaluable exposure to group consolidation, statutory accounts, and high-level financial reporting.

Please note, candidates MUST live within commuting distance of Winsford, Cheshire.

Who we are

SRL Traffic Systems is the UK and Ireland’s leading manufacturer and supplier of mobile intelligent transport systems (ITS). We’re a growing company, proud to be the only UK manufacturer offering both sale and hire of traffic light equipment.

What’s in it for you?

This isn’t just another finance role. You’ll be responsible for driving financial efficiency across the entire business, giving you the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and see your work shape the company’s financial direction. By improving financial systems and leading key reporting cycles, you’ll make a tangible impact in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

You will also receive some great benefits including:

• Company pension scheme
• Free access to wellbeing, legal and health support through ‘Wisdom’
• People Safe app for workplace and home protection

How you’ll make a difference

• Lead the financial reporting process: Own the month-end cycle, group consolidation, and management reporting to deliver timely, accurate financial insights that directly influence key decisions.
• Shape the business’ financial strategy: Your work on cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and reporting improvements will streamline operations and directly impact profitability.
• Take charge of statutory accounts: Lead year-end accounts and tax pack preparations, managing audits and ensuring full compliance.
• Drive process improvements: Your proactive approach will shape the future of the finance function, making it more efficient and agile.
• Collaborate across the business: Work with both finance and non-finance teams, helping the company make data-driven decisions that boost performance.

Who you are

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with minimum of 2 years experience in industry.
• Proven experience in group consolidation, management reporting, and financial control.
• Strong technical skills and confidence in preparing statutory accounts and dealing with auditors.
• Commercially aware, analytical, and comfortable liaising with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Hands‑on approach with a proactive mindset and attention to detail.
• Highly proficient in Excel, with experience in ERP systems (Sage 200 is a bonus).
• Proactive and solutions‑oriented, with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Based in commutable distance to Winsford.
• Availability to start as soon as possible.

Why this role?

In this role, you’re not just maintaining the status quo, you’re building the foundation for future growth. You’ll gain unparalleled exposure to senior leadership, work on complex, high-value tasks, and contribute to decisions that will impact the business for years to come. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone looking to elevate their career and make a meaningful impact.