Finance & Compliance Coordinator

Finance & Compliance Coordinator

Position Summary

Our client is looking to appoint a part-qualified accountant who will play a key role in handling financial operations and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position is extremely varied involving bookkeeping, management accounts, budgets, cashflow forecasts, streamlining controls and aiding the Compliance Officer with some interesting regulatory duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Assist with preparing management accounts, financial reports, budgeting, accounts payable/receivable, and managing cash flow. Work with the Accounts and HR Administrator to improve efficiency and internal controls in finance and payroll.
• Compliance Management: Support compliance activities, including regulatory audits and internal reviews.
• Payroll & Taxation: Assist in preparing VAT returns and other statutory financial submissions.
• Audit Coordination: Serve as the primary contact for compliance and statutory annual audits, ensuring all necessary documentation is prepared.
• Operational Support: Provide coverage for the Accounts and HR Administrator during absences to ensure continuity in financial operations.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
  • AAT qualified or part-qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
  • Experience in a financial or compliance role

Skills & Attributes

• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in financial software with a solid understanding of UK financial regulations. Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills are essential. Familiarity with PowerBi is a plus but not mandatory.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Communication Skills: Strong ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Organisational Skills: Excellent at managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines. Proactive and self-driven.
• Integrity: Maintains high ethical standards and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Hours & Benefits

• Working Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time (4 days per week).
• Benefits: 5 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata), plus 2 additional days at Christmas, pension scheme, and potential for flexible working arrangements.

If your career has become stagnant or not progressing as you had hoped and you are eager to join a dynamic team to make a difference, we would encourage you to apply!

Please apply online or contact Sam Holt at Big Sky Additions for further info.