Group Finance Manager, PE backed Business, Crewe, c£70k + bonus
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and hands-on Group Accountant to join a fast-paced, multi-entity business during a period of continued growth. Reporting into senior finance leadership, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the finance function while gaining exposure to process improvement, business partnering and people management.
This role would suit a technically strong accountant looking for a long-term opportunity with a progression path into a Financial Controller position over the next 3-4 years.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a large team of c15
- Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts across multiple legal entities.
- Take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and month-end close.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting.
- Ensure robust financial controls and accounting processes are maintained across the business.
- Work closely with operational stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making.
- Assist with statutory reporting, audit preparation and year-end activities.
- Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and helping guide the team to a best in practice environment
- Get involved in ad hoc commercial and strategic finance projects as the business continues to grow.
About You
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent).
- Strong management accounting experience within a complex, multi-entity environment.
- Technically robust with excellent attention to detail.
- Comfortable rolling your sleeves up and remaining hands-on in a growing finance function.
- Previous experience mentoring or managing people, with the confidence to deal with day-to-day team matters. xwwtmva
- Positive, energetic and enthusiastic approach, with a genuine desire to contribute beyond your core remit.
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