Full job descriptionWe are working with a fantastic business whose HQ based in Darlington who are looking for a proactive, hands-on Company Accountant / Management Accountant to take ownership of the finance function for a growing £6m turnover business at an exciting stage of its development. This is a broad, start-to-finish role for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in accuracy, and is equally comfortable with transactional detail, cash collection, month-end reporting and commercial analysis.
This is a standalone finance role for the company, supported by the UK Group Finance Director and the wider AP team. The successful candidate will be the day-to-day finance lead for the business, taking ownership of the full finance cycle outside of AP, while the Finance Director retains responsibility for final board pack review, budget oversight and senior finance support.
The business is at the start of its next phase of growth and is supported by a £60m turnover sister company, with access to established head office support, and a larger £1.5bn turnover parent company. This gives the successful candidate the opportunity to join at a point where they can genuinely shape how the finance function develops, while still working with the backing and governance of a larger group.
This role is ideal for an all-round accountant who wants ownership and accountability. You will be responsible for the full finance cycle for the company: billing clients, chasing debt, managing cash flow, preparing month-end journals in Sage 200, producing the monthly reporting pack, reviewing the P&L, supporting budgets, preparing VAT returns, supporting audit requirements and ensuring key compliance areas are properly controlled.
This is not a role for someone who wants to sit above the detail. Until the business grows further, the successful candidate must be comfortable doing everything required to keep the finance function running accurately and on time, from transactional tasks through to management reporting and analysis.
What you will be doing*Managing client billing and supporting accurate, timely invoicing.
*Chasing customer debt and maintaining strong credit control processes.
*Preparing month-end journals, accruals and prepayments in Sage 200.
*Producing monthly management accounts and reporting packs.
*Reviewing the P&L, overheads, revenue and margin performance.
*Preparing cash flow reporting and helping the business maintain strong financial control.
*Supporting VAT returns, PAYE Settlement Agreement work, audit requirements and other statutory compliance matters.
*Helping prepare budgets, forecasts and financial analysis to support decision-making.
*Working directly with the Managing Director on client cost book updates, bid proposal numbers and commercial reporting.
*Using Excel to analyse financial information, identify trends, investigate variances and improve reporting quality.
About you*You are a confident all-round accountant who enjoys taking responsibility for the full finance process.
*You are accurate, organised and able to manage competing deadlines.
*You have strong Excel skills and can turn data into meaningful analysis.
*You are comfortable working in the detail while also understanding commercial performance.
*You communicate clearly with finance and non-finance colleagues.
*You are proactive, accountable and happy to roll your sleeves up when needed.
*You are excited by the opportunity to join a business at the start of a growth journey and help build something larger.
Why join ?

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of the finance function for a growing business while being supported by an established group structure. You will have visibility, responsibility and the chance to make a real impact from day one. As the business grows, the role has the potential to evolve with it, making this an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to be part of the journey from the beginning.