Job Summary
This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day finance function at Bloomfields Horseboxes Ltd and Team Bloomfields Ltd ensuring accurate reporting, effective cash flow management and smooth financial operations. The Management Accountant/Financial Controller will be hands-on, proactive and solutions-focused, supporting the Directors and wider team by providing reliable financial information and ensuring strong financial controls are in place.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management
· Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cash flow reports to support decision-making by the Directors
· Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including VAT, corporation tax, audit and financial reporting standards
· Maintain and update financial policies, procedures and controls to ensure compliance and efficiency
· Manage relationships with external advisors including accountants, auditors and banks
Operational Finance
· Complete day-to-day finance activities including purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll and general ledger functions
· Ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier and employee payments and account reconciliations
· Manage payroll administration, ensuring compliance with HMRC and pension regulations
· Monitor daily cash flow and working capital to ensure sufficient liquidity for business needs
Systems and Process Improvement
· Review and streamline existing processes to reduce errors and improve turnaround times
· Use data and reporting tools to improve financial visibility and support operational decisions
Risk and Compliance
· Ensure compliance with financial legislation, standards and internal controls
· Identify and mitigate financial risks within the business
: Whilst this job description covers the main duties and responsibilities of the role, it is not exhaustive. You are expected to undertake any other reasonable duties within your capabilities and the scope of the post as specified by your manager.
Skills & Experience
· ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (essential)
· Experience in finance roles within an SME environment (essential)
· Strong knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger and payroll administration (essential)
· knowledge of Xero
· Previous supervisory experience (desirable)
· Proven track record in accurate financial reporting and cash flow management
· Experience of systems or ERP implementation (desirable)
· Strong Excel and accounting software skills
· Analytical and solutions-focused, with the ability to improve processes and efficiency
Person Specification
· Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership
· Practical and hands-on, willing to get involved in day-to-day tasks
· Clear communicator, able to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues
· Collaborative and supportive, comfortable working independently or as part of a team
· Adaptable and resourceful, able to respond to changing priorities
· Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
