Accountant

Are you an experienced Accountant looking for a broad, hands-on role where you can make a real impact? Warner Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well-established and successful SME based near Daventry. With a turnover of circa £7 million, this is a stable, friendly business with an excellent reputation and low staff turnover. Working closely with the CEO, this role offers a varied and responsible position where you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while contributing to the wider business. Location: Daventry, East Midlands Job Type: Permanent The Role As Accountant, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the finance function, including: • Preparing accurate monthly management accounts • Managing P&L, cashflow and balance sheet reporting • Supporting budget setting and monitoring performance • Cashflow forecasting • VAT returns and statutory compliance • Credit control and debtor management • Day-to-day accounting (sales ledger, purchase ledger, nominal ledger, journals and reconciliations) • Bank payments and payroll oversight • Maintaining the fixed asset register • Liaising with external accountants and auditors About You We’re looking for someone who enjoys a hands-on, all-round finance role within an SME environment: • AAT qualified (or equivalent experience) • Strong practical accounting experience • Comfortable working independently and taking ownership • Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines • High attention to detail • Confident communicator with a collaborative approach What’s on Offer • Generous pension scheme (minimum 9% employer contribution) • Private healthcare • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Positive work-life balance in a supportive business • Hybrid working available - applicants must be within a commuting distance of Daventry