Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant
Location: Wolverhampton (office based)
Salary: c.£50,000
Introduction
Are you a qualified accountant looking for a role that blends technical accounting with genuine progression potential? This is a newly created opportunity to step into a Financial Accountant role within a well-established, fast-growing group.
The Company
The successful Financial Accountant will be joining a market-leading, acquisitive business with an exciting new strategy under fresh leadership. With multiple brands in its portfolio and a strong reputation for quality, the company is well positioned for further growth.
The Role
The Financial Accountant will be responsible for strengthening the finance function, taking ownership of month-end and statutory reporting while supporting the Financial Controller and wider team. This is a technically focused position, ideal for someone who enjoys getting into the detail while also contributing to continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:

• Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts
• Preparing VAT returns, corporation tax schedules and statutory accounts
• Reviewing payments and payroll submissions
• Supporting cash flow forecasting and balance sheet reconciliations
• Assisting with the annual audit (Big 4 firm)
• Driving best practice across financial reporting and controls
• Supporting the transition from Sage 1000 to Sage X3 (Excel remains key)

The Candidate
As the successful Financial Accountant, you are likely to have significant experience in:

• Being ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified
• Delivering VAT returns, management reporting and statutory accounts
• Balance sheet reconciliations and audit processes
• Manufacturing sector experience would be an advantage, though not essential
• Strong Excel skills (macros not required)
• A proactive, detail-driven approach with the confidence to add value from day one

Benefits Package
The following benefits package is available to the successful Financial Accountant:

• Salary circa £50,000
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays, rising with service (up to 26 days)
• Extra day off for your birthday from year 2
• Working hours: 8:45am - 4:45pm

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