This role is for a Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), or an individual qualified by experience, who can work both independently and as part of a small team to lead and be fully responsible for all aspects of the financial and management accounts (end to end) of a long, established wholesale import-distribution business.
Hybrid working is offered on the basis of 3 days (minimum) per week in the office
Client Details
Growing £5m t/o business in Croydon.
Description
- Monthly Management Reporting: Prepare comprehensive management accounts and insightful commentary to support informed decision-making.
- Year-End Process Oversight: Lead the year-end process, coordinating the audit, and producing accurate statutory financial statements.
- Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Managing Director to develop budgets, forecasts, and dynamic business plans that drive growth.
- Purchase Ledger Management: Ensure invoices are processed accurately and on time within the finance system, maintaining robust controls.
- Payment Optimization: Design and implement an effective payment schedule, ensuring efficient cash flow and optimal invoice timing.
- Sales Ledger Oversight: Manage customer accounts, prepare monthly statements, and follow up on payments to maintain healthy debtor days.
- Cash Management: Oversee and reconcile multi-currency bank accounts, ensuring accurate cash tracking and control.
- Foreign Currency Planning: Strategically plan foreign currency purchases in collaboration with the Managing Director to minimize risk.
- Cash Flow Projections: Prepare detailed cash flow statements, both current and forward-looking, to ensure financial stability.
- Financial Systems Management: Oversee the financial systems
Profile
- Qualified or QBE - ACA / ACCA / CIMA
- Strong resolution focused approach to work, problem solving and continuous improvement;
- Ability to proactively work independently and as part of a team (as required);
- Implementation of finance systems would be an advantage, but is not essential;
Job Offer
£60,000 + £70,000 + Bonus