Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant West Kent Paying £55k

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