HW Finance are are looking to recruit a Financial Accountant to join a growing business based in West Yorkshire.

This role sits within a diverse and growing group providing essential services across the UK and Ireland. With a strong focus on operational efficiency, sustainability, and continuous improvement, the group supports a wide range of commercial and public sector clients.

The businesses finance team plays a key role in driving informed decision-making and supporting business growth through accurate, timely reporting and robust financial control.

Key Responsibilities:

Accurately account for fixed assets and leases across all UK Processing businesses on a monthly basis.
Prepare and submit the quarterly VAT return and ensure VAT accounting is up to date.
Manage central cost control and recharges, working closely with People, IT, HR, and Marketing teams to allocate costs and complete monthly recharges and reconciliations.
Compile and complete balance sheet reconciliations (Fixed Assets, Leases, VAT, and Central Costs) with robust controls and review processes.
Support the Finance Director (FD) with cash forecasting, payment approvals, and the oversight of bank accounts.
Oversee the Finance Assistant responsible for bank reconciliations.
Proactively investigate and resolve finance-related queries, collaborating across the wider finance function.
Present monthly financial results to the FC and FD.
Support with the annual budget process and external audit preparations.
Assist with the implementation and embedding of a new ERP system.

Skills and Experience:

Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
Strong Excel skills, including the ability to work with complex spreadsheets.
Experience using SAGE accounting systems preferred but not essential.
Proven experience in maintaining strong financial controls.
A proactive problem solver with an analytical mindset.
A collaborative team player who works well across departments.
A clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal.