Financial Accountant

Lloyd Recruitment Services are pleased to be working with a well-established and reputable company on the outskirts of Uckfield who are currently seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join their team on a fulltime, permanent basis.

Position Summary:

The role of Financial Accountant offers a dynamic opportunity to oversee and enhance the financial landscape of the business. You will play a pivotal role in aligning financial strategies with the Company's objectives, ensuring a robust financial performance, and guiding the company toward profitability and long-term success within the finance and accounts domain.

What's on offer?

• Salary: 50k - 60k DOE
• Monday - Friday
• Generous company product discounts
• On-site parking (Driver essential due to location)
• Private Healthcare
• Company pension

Key Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Develop and implement the long-term strategic business plan in collaboration with the local leadership team
• Foster business partnerships with key functions/teams to enhance financial acumen and facilitate well-informed decision-making
• Drive the financial planning of the company by analysing its performance and risks
• Maintain constant awareness of the company's financial position and take proactive measures to prevent problems
• Set targets for and supervise UK accounting and finance personnel, overseeing audit and internal control operations
• Prepare annual budgets and forecasts in collaboration with all elements of the business
• Generate timely and detailed reports on financial performance at regular intervals
• Conduct analysis for forecasts and report to the executive team
• Manage standard costing, cash flow forecasting, and maintain up-to-date COGS while regularly reviewing RRP
• Provide coaching and leadership to direct reports, ensuring their continuous development and clear growth pathways
• Document regular performance reviews, annual reviews, and conduct regular personal/career development discussions with direct reports in line with the agreed Performance Management Process.
• Build, guide, and coach teams to deliver work output within timeline and budget constraints

Skills required:

• Exceptional communication skills (written and oral), coupled with high-level interpersonal skills and sound judgment
• Strong stakeholder management abilities, capable of handling multiple stakeholders and prioritising competing tasks
• Proven problem-solving capability
• Excellent time management, organisation, and prioritisation skills
• Demonstrated skills in team leadership and developing individuals for optimal performance
• Ability to influence, manage, and challenge ideas and existing business processes
• Experience in implementing systems and/or process changes, along with training initiatives
• Strategic thinking combined with effective leadership skills and the ability to make profitable decisions
• Analytical mindset with strategic acumen

Experiencerequired:

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar role
• Financial oversight of commercial teams, factory/operations, costing, and finance
• CIMA/ACCA qualification

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