Commercial Accountant – Permanent Opportunity
Salisbury, office-based, Monday to Friday
Salary £40,000-£50,000 plus a range of employee benefits including, full sick pay, BUPA, death in service, electric car scheme, pension, parking etc
Ideal for candidates with a background in manufacturing or retail
Following the award of a new contract, an exciting brand-new permanent opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Accountant to join a dynamic and fast-paced organisation. This position is integral to the continued success of the business and offers the chance to work closely with senior stakeholders and clients
Role Purpose
The Commercial Accountant will be responsible for overseeing financial processes, reporting, and analysis across the Purchasing business unit
The role includes:
- Delivering accurate financial reporting and ensuring compliance with internal controls
- Supporting strategic planning through budgeting and forecasting activities
- Providing insightful financial analysis to guide commercial decision-making
- Collaborating with operational teams and senior leadership to improve financial performance and drive efficiency
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide accounting and analytical support to the Finance & Administration Director
- Present financial data to the Board and deliver client-facing feedback and insights
- Ensure timely completion of month-end processes and reporting tasks
- Coordinate with accountable staff and stakeholders to meet internal deadlines, enabling the Finance Team to deliver monthly management accounts and KPIs on schedule
- Arrange and participate in meetings, conferences, and team activities
- Undertake all training deemed necessary for the proper performance of the role
- Maintaining and improving Business Processes and Systems
- Participate in the year-end audit process as required
Skills and experience required:
- ACCA or CIMA part qual/qualified
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Confident, proactive and an effective communicator can engage with colleagues at all levels
- Ability to effectively prioritise and deliver to deadlines when required
- Competent IT skills - Excel to intermediate level with experience of data analysis using pivot tables, data manipulation, large data sheets
- Ideally imports and exports experience
If you are interested in this new opportunity, apply now