At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial reporting and compliance while optimising finance processes in a dynamic SME.
- Company: Fast-growing, investor-backed SME with a remote-first culture and exciting growth trajectory.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, and flexible remote work with monthly London travel.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor and build a finance team as the company scales.
- Why this job: Join a thriving company and make a real impact on its financial success.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
We are partnering exclusively with a fast-growing, investor-backed SME that has more than tripled recurring revenue in the last 12 months from £7m to £22m, and is on track to reach £50m ARR within the next year. The business operates a remote-first culture but requires circa one day per month in London, so candidates must be within reasonable commuting distance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded, qualified accountant to join a dynamic SME and build out the finance function over time.
As Group Financial Accountant, you'll be reporting to the Financial Controller and working closely with the CFO. You will take ownership of financial reporting, statutory compliance and controls across a group structure. You will also lead the build-out of the transactional finance function within the next 3 to 6 months.
- Own the month-end close process, delivering timely management accounts and commentary
- Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules
- Maintain a monthly accounting calendar, ensuring deadlines for reconciliations, journals and reporting are met
- Produce annual statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102)
- Manage the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors
- Prepare and submit VAT returns, with a strong understanding of different VAT treatments
- Support compliance with CTax and other statutory filings
- Maintain short- and long-term cashflow forecasts and assist with working capital management
- Work with operations teams to ensure accurate stock and inventory accounting
- Review work of outsourced bookkeeping and payroll providers
- Act as the key finance contact for VAT, payroll and pension compliance queries
- Drive process improvements and system optimisation
- Optimise and maintain the Xero accounting system as the business grows
- Hire and mentor an Assistant to bring transactional finance in-house
Must be fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with 3 to 5 years post-qualification experience in a fast-scaling SME commercial business environment, within a Group Financial Accountant or Management Accountant role or similar. Experience in engineering, manufacturing, retail or similar commercial sectors preferred. Hands-on experience preparing management accounts, reconciliations and statutory accounts is essential. Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and VAT treatments is required. Exposure to IFRS is an advantage but not essential. Experience in a scaling SME is highly desirable. Comfortable working remotely with minimal supervision. Proactive and self-motivated with strong ownership mindset. Confident user of Xero with an interest in process and system improvements.
Please send your CV for immediate consideration.
Remote Senior Group Financial Accountant in Rochdale employer: Get Recruited (UK) Ltd
Join a fast-growing, investor-backed SME that has seen remarkable growth, tripling its recurring revenue in just a year. With a remote-first culture and the opportunity to shape the finance function, this role offers a dynamic work environment, competitive salary, and a bonus structure, all while providing ample opportunities for professional development and mentorship. The company's commitment to employee growth and innovation makes it an exceptional place for qualified accountants looking to make a meaningful impact.
