Company Accountant
Location
Wigan
Salary
£50000 - £60000
Job Type
Permanent
Ref
JO1225-2_1766054515
Overview
A technically strong UK field services business operating across all major mobile network operators, delivering complex, high-profile projects in challenging environments. The business prides itself on exceptional customer service, right-first-time delivery, and a commitment to health, safety, and quality.
As the business grows, there is a requirement to strengthen in-house financial leadership, improve the quality and timeliness of financial information, and support data-driven decision-making.
Role Purpose
To take ownership of the end-to-end finance function for two entities, transitioning from a largely outsourced accounting model to a robust, high-quality internal finance capability that supports growth and commercial insight.
Key Responsibilities
- Report directly to the leadership team
- Own internal accounting processes end-to-end for two entities
- Produce and present monthly management accounts with commercial insight
- Lead month-end close, including P&L review
- Forecasting, budgeting, and ongoing budget performance review
- VAT preparation and submission
- Intercompany accounting
- Work-in-progress management
- Review business performance and identify variances
- Streamline and integrate finance processes from invoicing through to month end
- Liaise with external accountants and manage year-end close
- Ensure statutory compliance, Companies House filings, and regulatory requirements
- Operate across Xero, project management systems, and Excel
- Financial year: January to December
Candidate Profile
- Strong SME accounting background with experience supporting growing businesses
- Process-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
- Ideally ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified
- Proven experience at a similar level
- Confident communicator, able to work effectively with non-finance stakeholders
- Advanced systems and data capability
- Telecoms or built-environment experience preferred but not essential
Package
- Salary dependent on experience
- 40 hours per week with flexible start/finish times
- 4% matched pension contribution
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with a Christmas closure period)
If you are interested or know someone who might be, drop Jake at Platinum an email:jake@platinumrecruits.co.uk
Your Accountancy and Finance point of contact is:
Senior Consultant - Accountancy & Finance
Email
jake@platinumrecruits.co.uk
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