Remote Company Accountant in Worthing

YOU MUST BE RESIDING IN THE UK CURRENTLY, HAVE UK BASED EXPERIENCE AND NOT REQUIRE A SPONSORSHIP TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE OTHERWISE DO NOT APPLY AS YOUR APPLICATION WON'T BE PROCESSED. You must meet all the 'essential criteria' also for your application to be considered. This is a remote role however, you must be located in the North West to be considered as travel to the offices is required from time to time.

Company details and job overview: Kenton Black Finance are currently partnered with a growing, fast paced business who operate nationally within a niche area of construction/engineering. Group Head office is based in central Lancashire, and this business unit operates autonomously. A newly created position, this role will report directly to the CEO and take the lead on all financial activity for the business. A stand-alone role, this is suited to a technically strong Management Accountant who is also keen to progress and develop further. This is an exciting and progressive opportunity for a dynamic and commercially focused Candidate where leadership potential is just around the corner. Both the group and this business are in a period of fast growth. Known locally as an employer of choice this is a unique opportunity which will operate as a remote position with travel to the North West office from time to time.

Your new role as the Company/Management Accountant: This role is pivotal to maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. You will play an integral role in ensuring the smooth running of financial operations, providing management with key insights, and supporting business decisions. Reporting directly to the CEO.

The ideal candidate will have proficiency in accounting software and a strong understanding of month end accounting, as well as ledger management.

Role Duties:

• Production of monthly Management Accounts, including all accruals, prepayments and fixed assets registers.
• CIS deductions, submissions and verifications, including subcontractor pre-qualification checks.
• Budget management and monthly/quarterly forecasting.
• Monitor adherence to accounting standards and regulations, ensuring consistent financial reporting practices.
• Cashflow management.
• Process accounts payable and receivable.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Providing financial analysis and insights to support decision-making and business growth.
• Supporting the Head of Finance with process improvements, and system implementations.
• Assist with the preparation of year-end financial statements.
• Intercompany recharges and reconciliations.

Experience & Skills required to apply:

• Proven experience as a Management Accountant or in a similar role within finance or accounting.
• CIS experience with a good understanding of accounting processes to manage effectively.
• Strong knowledge of month-end process and ledger management principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software; experience with Xero is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with team members and external stakeholders.
• A relevant qualification in finance or accounting is preferred but not essential.
• Experience with intercompany charges.

Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. Market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham, London, Aberdeen and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.