Senior Assistant Accountant

Gleeson Recruitment Group; Halesowen; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Contract Accountant to join their finance team in Halesowen. This role combines management accounting with commercial finance business partnering, offering an opportunity to drive performance and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a professional qualification in finance and experience in a similar role, with strong interpersonal and commercial skills.

Benefits

Hybrid working and flexibility

Fantastic benefits package

Qualifications

• At least 50% through a professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a similar management or financial accountant role.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, working closely with department heads.
• Provide meaningful financial insight and reporting to operational teams and senior leadership.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Netsuite

Job description

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Associate Consultant at Gleeson Recruitment Group

We are delighted to be working with our valued client, a well-established and growing organisation, to recruit an experienced Senior Contract Accountant.

This is a broad and hands-on role that sits within the core finance team and combines traditional management accounting with commercial finance business partnering. You'll be joining at a key time and will play an integral role in driving performance, providing insight, and supporting business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Senior Assistant Accountant
Location: Halesowen
Salary: £32,000-£36,000
Type - Full Time/Permanent

We are delighted to be working with our valued client, a well-established and growing organisation, to recruit an experienced Senior Contract Accountant.

This is a broad and hands-on role that sits within the core finance team and combines traditional management accounting with commercial finance business partnering. You'll be joining at a key time and will play an integral role in driving performance, providing insight, and supporting business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis

• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, working closely with department heads

• Provide meaningful financial insight and reporting to operational teams and senior leadership

• Support strategic decision-making through financial modelling and scenario planning

• Collaborate with non-finance stakeholders to influence financial outcomes and ensure budget adherence

• Drive process improvements and support internal controls

• Assist with year-end audit and statutory reporting requirements

• Mentor junior finance staff and support team development where necessary
  
  

Skills & Requirements:

• At least 50% way through a professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

• Proven experience in a similar management or financial accountant role

• Strong commercial acumen and experience working closely with non-finance teams

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Proficient in Excel and modern finance systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Netsuite)

• Able to hit the ground running and add value quickly in a contract setting
  
  

Benefits & Package:

• A varied and impactful contract role within a high-performing finance function

• Opportunity to make a real difference during a critical period for the business

• Hybrid working and flexibility

• Fantastic benefits package

To apply for the Senior Contract Accountant position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application.

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

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• Job function

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