Heidi Wright Recruitment Limited

The organisation A well regarded, locally based, national business, described as "a dynamic and exciting place to work". The business is class leading and has a range of blue chip local and national customers who are offered an impressive range of commercial training programs and specialised Apprenticeships. The organisation is innovative delivering inspiring lifelong learning, and opportunities for employment and career progression for all ages. The role As an active member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will play a key role in supporting the strategic development and the delivery of its Business Plan, working in collaboration with other SLT colleagues and Directors. You will have overall responsibility for all aspects of financial management, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial planning alongside leading and developing the finance function. We are looking for a candidate either qualified by experience working at a similar level/sector or fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA). What are the key areas of responsibility? Strategic planning and reporting to the Board of Directors to support decision making and strategic plans. Present financial information at monthly board meetings. Preparation and analysis of monthly and year end accounts. Variance analysis and profitability analysis Formation of budgets and forecasts Monitoring cashflow Managing government funding, ensuring funding rules are understood across the business. Strategic lead on financial processes, systems development and internal controls. Ensure compliance with financial regulations through system management, financial processes and ensuring effective and appropriate policies and procedures. Lead on all aspects of financial governance. Identifying and managing financial risks Monitor and analyse business KPI 's Finalise annual financial statements/periodic financial reports (where required)and provide them to the Board. Lead on annual audit process, working with the external auditors. Managing the accounts team (3) and being a key business lead across the organisation. Ensure VAT compliance Oversee financial aspects of ITTs and bids, Fulfil Company Secretarial duties including submitting information as required to Companies House and funding bodies in a timely manner. Ensure compliance with agreements and contracts in relation to banks and external service providers. Monitor and report on the overall funding status and ensure the timely reporting on grants is well supported. Work closely with the company payroll provider and pension provision. Review external contracts to ensure that they are line with the annual budget and provide the best value. Work with the Board to ensure that governance arrangements are fit-for-purpose and compliant with regulatory requirements of funding bodies. Review and strengthen leadership and management development ensuring staff have access to high quality support and training so they can develop and grow. What skills and experience are required? Knowledge and experience of accounting relating to Government funded programs (desirable but not essential) Demonstrable financial leadership and a thorough understanding of best practices in setting and managing budgets and oversight of day-to-day financial management. Experience of preparing financial statements, consolidated accounts and seeing through the audit process from start to finish, including dealing with external auditors. Experience of dealing with the financial aspects of cross-departmental project management. Experience with Sage accounting software desirable Demonstrable experience in working successfully as part of a senior leadership team. Experience of managing change and growth. Personal traits suited to the role: Ability to build trust and respect internally and externally, including with senior colleagues and external stakeholders. Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy. What are the salary and benefits being offered? Salary is 55,000 - 65,000 region, stakeholder pension scheme, annual leave allowance 25 days plus bank holidays Hours of work, full time is 39.5 hours (Mon-Fri), ability to start/finish early/late, slightly reduced hours would also be a consideration. Hybrid working - minimum 3 days per week office based

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant for this newly created role, offering an excellent variety of responsibilities, insight, and personal development. Our client is a well-established, growing, medium-sized business, looking to add an additional team member to their finance team. This is a key role within the team, offering the chance to make a real impact through daily reporting & financial support. In addition to core duties, the successful appointee will also have the chance to work closely with the senior leadership team , providing financial insight and KPI reporting, as well as contributing to efficiency projects. What you'll be doing: Collating, checking and analysing large sets of operational and financial data Creating and sending customer reports to strict daily deadlines Preparing and issuing invoices Supporting month end accounts and reconciliations Maintaining financial records with accuracy and attention to detail Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve queries Reconciling cost data, supplier invoices, and driver hours & mileage What we re looking for: Strong Microsoft Excel skills formulas, lookups and confident data handling Previous experience in a finance or data-heavy role Highly organised, analytical and accurate under pressure Capable of working both independently and as part of a team Excellent communicator with a proactive, problem-solving mindset Working hours: Full time (40 hours per week) Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend day working (a midweek day off in lieu will be given) What s in it for you? Salary: up to £32,000 depending on experience 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays Workplace pension scheme Supportive team culture with full training Involvement in wider business improvement and system projects Real opportunity to grow your skillset in a hands-on finance role If you re an ambitious finance professional who enjoys working with data and wants to grow in a varied and fast-moving business, we d love to hear from you!