Chief Accountant

The Chief Accountant leads the organisation's reporting and analysis functions. This role provides commercial and operational support to drive performance improvements, ensures financial data integrity, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement. The Chief Accountant supervises the accounting team, coordinates audits and tax compliance, and supports strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.Key Responsibilities·      Budgeting and Forecasting:Lead the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term financial plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives.·      Financial Reporting:Oversee the timely production of monthly management accounts, including detailed analysis and commentary on financial variances.Ensure monthly preparation of P&L and balance sheet schedules in accordance with reporting timelines and accounting standards.·      Performance Analysis:Provide ongoing analysis and insights into business performance, identifying risks and opportunities to support strategic decision-making.·      Financial Controls:Application of Accounting Policies and the checks and balances carried out, fraud prevention, and protection of the integrity of the Company’s financial position.·      Audit and Compliance:Lead the execution of annual external audits and ensure full compliance with all tax and regulatory requirements.·      Process Improvement:Continuously assess and enhance financial processes and systems to drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.·      Data Management:Improve the quality, accessibility, and utilisation of financial data to foster a data-driven culture across the organisation.·      Strategic Projects:Contribute to special projects as required, providing financial expertise and commercial insights. Critical Qualifications/CompetenciesTotal of 5 years of accounting experience, and two years of experience as a senior accountant.First degree in Accounting/Management and completion of ACCA Level 1.Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong Excel and data analysis skills, as well as tax compliance and tax planning skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work productively, efficiently and effectively with initiative and drive under tight deadlines.