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Department: Finance
Salary Range: £50k to £60k
Location: Nottingham City Centre
Reporting To: Financial Controller

Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for financial management and team leadership? We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Senior Financial Accountant to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a team of 5 in financial operations and drive continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities Manage the full financial cycle, including:

Reviewing management accounts
Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
Handling tax returns and VAT submissions
Overseeing payment runs, banking, and cashflow management
Managing end-to-end audits
Preparing annual budgets and maintaining rolling forecasts
Ensuring debt compliance, updating models, and preparing compliance certificates
Preparing and presenting board packs and reportsA key aspect of your role will be team management — leading and motivating a team of approximately 5 finance professionals. You will ensure all deadlines are met, foster a culture of accountability, and encourage continuous learning and improvement. You will also review current processes, identify gaps, and implement enhancements to improve the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting.

What We're Looking For
Previous team management experience
Experience in financial reporting, audits, and compliance
Ideally a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) - QBEs also encouraged to apply
A strategic thinker with the ability to lead projects and drive improvements
A motivated, proactive self-starter with a genuine passion for finance
Proven ability to implement process improvements and optimise workflowsWhat We Offer
Hybrid working — 3 days in the office
Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus
Private healthcare
Share Incentive Plan to participate in our growth
Generous pension contributions
25 days holiday, increasing by 1 day each year of service up to 30 daysReady to take the next step in your career and lead a talented finance team?
Join us and contribute to a forward-thinking organisation committed to excellence.

Apply now and become a vital part of our success!

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