Expire in: 10 days
If you're in practice and thinking "there's got to be more than this"… then keep reading.
Or if you're already in industry, doing the statutory work but not really progressing, this could be exactly what you've been waiting for.
Why this role?
This isn't a back-office, keep-your-head-down finance role.
This is a newly created position where the Finance Director wants someone to come in, take ownership and make it their own.
They're not looking for someone to just maintain what's there. They want someone who will:
Challenge how things are done
Improve processes
Bring in automation and AI
Help build a more efficient, forward-thinking finance functionYou'll be working in a collaborative, open-plan office, alongside operations, HR and the wider business, not hidden away in finance.
With strong growth plans ahead, this is a chance to get your feet under the table now and grow with the business.
What you'll be doing
Leading on statutory accounts and audit
Owning VAT, tax and compliance
Managing and supporting a transactional finance team
Overseeing payroll (with a dedicated Payroll Manager in place)
Reviewing and improving finance processes
Driving automation and efficiency across finance
Supporting CIS processes (experience here would be beneficial but not essential)
What they're looking for
Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA) or QBE with strong relevant experience
Strong audit and statutory experience
Someone ready for a step up, not just a sideways move
Confident, proactive and comfortable working across teams
Someone who wants to make things better, not just maintain
What's in it for you?
A genuine step up in your career
The chance to shape a role around you
Potential to progress into a Financial Controller role
Real progression as the business grows
Exposure to AI, systems and process improvement
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