At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance transformation and optimise financial systems for strategic growth.
- Company: Values-led organisation in Cumbria with a focus on operational excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, generous leave, and health benefits.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a genuine impact while enhancing financial processes and systems.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance roles and strong ERP/accounting system skills.
The predicted salary is between 33300 - 40700 £ per year.
I'm exclusively partnering with a well-established values-led organisation in Cumbria to appoint an experienced finance professional into a key senior finance position. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation where finance plays a critical role in supporting operational excellence, strategic growth, and long-term sustainability. My client is seeking a technically strong Financial Accountant with proven experience in ERP systems, financial controls, and process improvement to support the continued development of their finance function.
The Opportunity
Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing financial systems, driving automation, delivering insightful analysis, and supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development, optimisation, and ongoing management of the organisation's ERP/accounting system
- Identify and implement automation opportunities across core finance processes, including reconciliations, payment runs, and purchase ledger workflows
- Produce high-quality financial analysis, reporting, and management information for senior stakeholders
- Support budgeting, forecasting, financial consolidations, and strategic planning
- Strengthen internal controls, governance, and audit readiness
- Support statutory reporting and regulatory compliance
- Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems, and reporting frameworks
About You
To be successful, you will likely have:
- Significant experience in a Assistant Financial Accountant, Assistant Management Accountant, Senior Finance Officer, or similar role
- Strong experience with ERP/accounting systems, including implementation, optimisation, or systems improvement
- Experience with Sage or similar cloud-based finance platforms
- Excellent analytical skills and the ability to present financial data clearly to stakeholders
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- A proactive approach with a passion for process improvement and operational efficiency
Experience in a complex, multi-site, regulated, or service-led environment would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary and pension package
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Health and wellbeing benefits
- The opportunity to lead finance transformation within an organisation making a genuine impact
- Modern offices in the Penrith area with excellent transport links
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Financial Accountant in Penrith employer: Butler Rose
Butler Rose is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development, offering a clear pathway to leadership roles within 18–24 months. With a supportive work culture and the flexibility of hybrid working options, employees can thrive in a dynamic environment while contributing to the operational excellence of IT services across multiple sites in Kendal.
