
Head of Accounting
- Birmingham
- £80,000-90,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the preparation of statutory and management financial reports in compliance with relevant accounting standards.
- Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
- Manage the audit cycle and act as the primary liaison with external auditors.
- Deliver process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and governance, with a focus on revenue recognition.
- Support tax planning and compliance in accordance with legislative requirements.
- Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, addressing variances as required.
- Ensure correct treatment of revenue across varied business streams.
- Produce monthly reporting packs and analysis for senior management and the board.
- Assist in the consolidation of management accounts, including cash flow forecasting.
- Manage quarterly VAT submissions.
- Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring compliance with capitalisation policies.
- Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience of working in a complex, fast-paced environment.