Our client is seeking an experienced Group Accountant (Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA), to take ownership of the full finance function across the Group.
Reporting directly to the family owners, this is a hands-on, senior role covering everything from detailed day-to-day bookkeeping to multi-entity management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting.
Beyond core finance, the role includes responsibility for compliance, insurance, and financial risk management, making this position a key partner to the senior leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Reporting
Manage the full accounting cycle from transactional processing and bookkeeping through to management accounts and final accounts.
Maintain accurate ledgers and balance sheet reconciliations.
Produce timely monthly management accounts for multiple companies.
Multi-Entity & Divisional Reporting
Oversee and reconcile separate P&Ls for Vending, Cleaning, Catering & Property divisions. • Provide clear visibility of performance by division and business unit. Wages & Pension
Oversee Monthly Payroll processing (carried out by external bureau) including NEST pension and PAYE payments.
Financial Leadership
Lead cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting across the Group.
Maintain robust financial controls and processes.
Strategic Insight
Provide financial analysis to support pricing decisions, capital expenditure, and investment appraisals.
Support branch and divisional profitability analysis.
Year-End & External Liaison
Work closely with external accountants on year-end accounts and audit
Management Information
Prepare management reporting packs including KPIs, MI, and detailed cash flow analysis.
Operational & Compliance Support
Oversee business insurance, compliance requirements, and financial risk management.
Provide operational financial support to senior management.
Experience & Qualifications
Strong all-round accounting background with excellent hands-on bookkeeping skills.
Proven experience in multi-entity and multi-P&L environments.
Background in service, distribution, or multi-division businesses preferred.
Strong technical accounting knowledge.
Experience with accounting systems such as Opera Pegasus or Sage 50.
Demonstrated success in budgeting, forecasting, and financial control.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Free parking
On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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