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Senior Accountant

Cardiff Permanent £40,000 - £480,000 per year View Job Description
This Senior Accountant role is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to join a rapidly changing industry and be a market leader. The role requires an individual with a strong background in Accounting & Finance, ready to handle financial oversight within a fast-paced business based in Cardiff.
  • An exciting opportunity to work closely with the MD and to be Mentored by them
  • Hybrid Working

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation, they have a strong presence across multiple regions and are recognised for their unwavering commitment to quality and service.

Job Description

  • Manage the day-to-day financial operations and lead a small transactional team
  • Own month-end and period-end processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
  • Prepare annual budgets, rolling forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance analysis
  • Provide insight and scenario modelling to support strategic decision-making
  • Be the key point of contact for internal and external audits
  • Oversee compliance with VAT, HMRC, and corporate governance requirements
  • Manage IFRS16 reporting and stock/capex tracking
  • Mentor and develop finance team members through appraisals and ongoing support

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Accountant should have:

  • A professional qualification in finance or accounting.
  • Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and accounting processes.
  • Proven experience in a similar finance role within the transport & distribution industry.
  • Strong leadership skills with a dedicated approach to mentoring a team.
  • Excellent numeracy skills with an analytical mind.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial data effectively.



What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary in the region of £40,000-£48,000.
  • An inclusive and collaborative company culture.
  • AN opportunity to progress from Senior Accountant into Finance Manager
  • An opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic industry.
  • A chance to be part of a large organisation with exciting growth plans.



If you're looking to take the next step in your finance career, apply now to become a pivotal part of our client's team in Cardiff.

Contact
Rianne O'Grady
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6734418
Phone number
+44 2920 643 482

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Management Accountant
Sector
Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Location
Cardiff
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Rianne O'Grady
Consultant phone
+44 2920 643 482
Job reference
JN-052025-6734418