Financial Accountant

• Manage monthly internal and group reporting processes, including consolidation of multi-entity accounts
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate accounting records
• Support intercompany accounting and reconciliation of balances
• Prepare month-end journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and management reporting packs
• Support year-end reporting requirements and liaise with external auditors
• Work closely with operational and commercial finance teams to provide insights and guidance
• Lead preparation and submission of VAT, corporation tax, and other tax returns
• Manage R&D tax credit claims in conjunction with external advisors
• Ensure compliance with HMRC and other tax regulations
• Support tax control reviews and liaise with tax authorities as required
• Maintain the fixed asset register in line with group policies
• Ensure proper accounting for additions, disposals, and depreciation
• Provide financial information for insurance renewals and liaise with brokers
• Support ad-hoc financial projects and requests from senior management

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Strong experience in financial reporting, consolidation, and management accounting
• Knowledge of tax compliance, fixed assets, and accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP)
• Experienced with ERP systems (Sage, Oracle, IFS)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Approachable, collaborative, and able to build strong working relationships across the business
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools

FMCG or manufacturing experience preferred

• Pension 10% matched
• Death In service x 1
• 25 + 8 Days Holiday
• Hybrid working, work from home 2 days per week