Job Title: Chartered Accountant Salary: £55,000 to £70,000 per annum depending on experience Location: Melton Mowbray - Office based Hours: Full time

A growing group of international companies is seeking a Chartered Accountant to play a central role in strengthening financial operations across the UK, EU and US. This position offers broad responsibility, direct access to senior leadership, and the opportunity to shape the financial framework of a multi entity organisation operating across several markets.

Role Overview This position is suited to an experienced Chartered Accountant who is confident working across multiple jurisdictions and managing complex financial structures. You will oversee the financial integrity of nine entities, lead system integrations, maintain accurate reporting, and provide management with insightful analysis that supports strategic decision making. You will work closely with the board and lead a small finance team.

Key Responsibilities · Oversee the ongoing maintenance of accounts (6 x UK entities, 1 x Dutch entity, 1 x US entity). · Manage the integration of Xero from Sage and ensure successful integration of Xero into Scoro. · Ensure payroll accuracy and maintain complete and compliant payroll records. · Support management in producing accurate and timely budgets. · Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns. · Reconcile accounts including receivable and payable. · Ensure cashflow is used effectively while protecting financial reserves. · Audit financial information and identify inconsistencies. · Provide tax planning strategies in line with current legislation. · Create financial forecasts and conduct risk analysis. · Produce accurate management accounts and year end accounts information ready for external accountants to complete statutory accounts and corporation tax computations. · Provide profitability analysis of events, including comparisons with previous years. · Advise the Managing Director on financial performance across the group and identify areas for improvement. · Oversee potential investment opportunities and manage FX requirements. · Work as part of a finance team of three, contributing to the development of team capability. · Operate office based with regular interaction with the board.

Requirements · Fully qualified Chartered Accountant. · Experience managing multi entity accounts, ideally including international jurisdictions. · Strong understanding of financial systems, with experience in Xero or similar cloud based accounting software. · Confident producing budgets, forecasts, management accounts and detailed financial analysis. · Clear understanding of payroll, VAT, tax and compliance requirements within the UK. · Ability to work closely with senior leadership and communicate complex information clearly. · Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to identifying financial risks and opportunities. · Experience leading or contributing to system migrations is beneficial.

What This Role Offers · Salary between £55,000 and £70,000 depending on experience. · Melton Mowbray based position within a growing international group. · Opportunity to shape financial processes and influence strategic decision making. · Close working relationship with the board and a supportive finance team.

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