Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsHybrid working and lots of flexibility including a 9 day fortnightExcellent salary and benefitsAbout Our ClientI'm partnering exclusively with a highly successful and financially strong Cheshire-based business as they continue to expand their finance team.Job DescriptionFinancial OperationsManaging day‑to‑day finance activities including AP/AR, general ledger postings, journals, accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset management while ensuring accurate financial records.Management ReportingSupporting monthly management accounts, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, analysing variances, and providing commentary for senior management and Group Finance.Budgeting & ForecastingAnnual budgets and ongoing forecasts, validating assumptions, coordinating departmental inputs, and preparing variance analysis.Compliance & ControlsPreparing audit schedules, ensuring adherence to internal controls, supporting VAT returns and compliance tasks, and improving financial governance through better processes.Business PartneringWorking with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight, monitor costs, support contract evaluations, and communicate financial information clearly.Continuous ImprovementEnhancing financial processes, supporting system or reporting improvements, and contributing to wider finance projects and initiatives.The Successful ApplicantProfessionally qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA) with strong technical grounding.5-8 years of hands‑on accounting and finance operations experience, covering core transactional processes and month‑end responsibilities.Strong understanding of accounting principles and end‑to‑end financial processes.Proficient in Excel with experience using financial systems and reporting tools.Excellent analytical ability, able to interpret data and clearly communicate financial concepts.High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality outputs.Strong organisational skills, able to manage workloads independently while supporting team objectives.Confident communicator, effective when partnering with cross‑functional stakeholders.What's on OfferSalary: £55,000-£70,000Pension: Matched employer contributions up to 12%Holidays: 25 days + bank holidaysGroup Life Cover: 8 × base salaryGroup Income Protection: Up to 75% of annual salary (scheme rules apply)BonusPrivate Medical Insurance: Employee cover includedHybrid Working: 3 days in office with excellent flexibility9‑Day Fortnight: Compressed pattern offering additional work-life balanceContactNicola JonesQuote job refJN-032026-6959903Phone number+44 151 255 3758Job summaryJob functionAccountingSubsectorFinance ManagerSectorEnergy & Natural ResourcesLocationCheshireContract typePermanentConsultant nameNicola JonesConsultant phone+44 151 255 3758Job referenceJN-032026-6959903
