Financial Accountant

Location West Kent
Salary Paying £55k
Contract Permanent
Job Ref

We are partnering with a growing and forward-thinking organisation in West Kent to recruit a Financial Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing finance team, working closely with senior leadership and playing a key role in shaping financial strategy and improving business processes.  This is a newly created role with a succession plan to Finance Director.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Financial Director to support delivery of financial targets and business objectives
  • Provide insightful financial support to internal stakeholders across the organisation
  • Assist in preparing monthly board and management reports
  • Support the budgeting and forecasting process
  • Review and enhance credit management processes, including oversight of credit control and line management responsibility.
  • Oversee banking arrangements and support system integration improvements
  • Complete VAT returns and ensure compliance with statutory requirements
  • Review payroll submissions and perform monthly reconciliations
  • Maintain the fixed asset register and support system integration initiatives
  • Assist with the annual audit process
  • Drive continuous improvement across financial systems and processes

Skills & Experience

  • Fully qualified (ACCA, ACA or equivalent)
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role, including team supervision
  • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • Confident working with ERP systems (experience with modern systems highly desirable)
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to partner across the business

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Consultant

Kate Porter

Associate Director