Commercial Accountant
7 days ago
Alderley Edge
The CompanyAxon Moore are partnering with a fast growing, PE backed business in South Manchester/Cheshire. Due to continued growth they require a commercially astute individual with strong Excel skills to join their exciting team.Salary – Circa £50,000Location – Cheshire & South ManchesterResponsibilities will include: 1. Financial Reporting & Month-End • Completion of month-end close process from start to finish across multiple operating entities, • Production of accurate P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements, with journal posting and maintenance of a full trial balance., • Support and review sales invoicing process, ensuring the process is completed accurately., • Take responsibility for the production of audit information and liaise with external auditors to ensure effective completion of the audit process., • Commercial Insight & Business Partnering, • Present and review monthly financial results, KPI performance, and variance analysis with Business Leaders, • Act as a key finance contact, providing clear and commercially focused financial insight, • Support the FP&A Manager with budgeting and forecasting processes, • Prepare and maintain weekly cash flow forecasts, ensuring visibility of short- and medium-term liquidity, • Cash Flow & Working Capital Management, • Manage debtors and oversee effective credit control procedures, • Oversee banking activities and manage monthly payment runs, • Support weekly cash flow forecasting and liquidity management4. Governance, Controls & Continuous Improvement, • Ensure adherence to Group policies and financial controls, • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency, accuracy and control, • Support the development, optimisation, and automation of finance systems.Person Specification:, • Advanced Excel skills., • ACCA/CIMA Qualified/Finalist., • Solid commercial acumen - business partnering with senior stakeholders., • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills