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Tonbridge
GBP50,000:GBP55,000 per annum
Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am - 1:30 pm
We are recruiting for an experienced Company Accountant to take full ownership of the finance function for an established engineering business based in Tonbridge.
This is a standalone, hands-on position, ideal for someone who enjoys having responsibility across the full finance function while also providing meaningful financial insight to the wider business.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the UK finance function, balancing hands-on accounting with management reporting, forecasting, and commercial support.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports
- Managing purchase and sales ledgers, bookkeeping, and bank reconciliations
- Overseeing credit control, supplier payments, and expenses
- Producing cash-flow reports and forecasts
- Managing VAT, payroll, and other statutory requirements
- Preparing year-end accounts and liaising with external accountants
- Maintaining robust financial controls and accounting processes
- Providing financial information and analysis to support business decisions
- Working with the company's US operation on financial information and group reporting
- Using SAP Business One to manage and report financial information
- Supporting the ongoing improvement of financial processes and reporting
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Candidate Profile
We are looking for an experienced accountant who is comfortable taking full ownership of a finance function and getting involved at every level, from transactional accounting through to management reporting and financial analysis.
- Previous experience in a similar senior role
- Strong knowledge of financial and management accounting
- Experience managing a broad range of finance responsibilities independently
- Good commercial awareness and the confidence to work closely with senior management
- Experience with VAT, payroll, cash flow, and year-end accounts
- Strong Excel skills and experience using an ERP/finance system
- SAP Business One experience would be highly desirable
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