Strategy Accountant

Are you a qualified Strategy Accountant looking for a high-impact role in a growing business? The Strategy Accountant will take ownership of the company’s financial management, reporting, and control environment. 

Acting as a member of the leadership team, the role will provide hands-on accounting, whilst working with the directors to develop reporting processes.  These will enable improved efficiency, cost management, growth and increased profitability.

The Management Accountant role suits a qualified CIMA, ACA or an ACCA professional who is confident managing a small team, comfortable working closely with senior leadership, and keen to contribute to real business transformation.

The Role of Strategy Accountant:

• Lead the company's financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and the preparation of accurate monthly and year-end financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, VAT, PAYE, HMRC regulations, and oversee the annual statutory audit process.
• Provide strategic financial insight, modelling, pricing, margin analysis, and commercial support to inform business planning and decision-making.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and funding to optimise business performance and liquidity.
• Strengthen financial controls, enhance accounting and ERP systems, and drive process improvements to improve efficiency, scalability, and profitability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while working with HR to oversee payroll processes and continuous system improvements.
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by supporting cross-functional teams with financial guidance, training, and business awareness.

Key competencies of the Strategy Accountant:

• CIMA, ACA or an ACCA qualified (newly qualified considered)
• Proven experience as a Management Accountant.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of UK GAAP and Corporation Tax.
• Proficient in accounting and ERP systems.
• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to work in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Team player with a collaborative approach

Performance Indicators of the Strategy Accountant:

• Accuracy and timeliness of management reporting
• Improvement in cashflow and working capital
• Strength and compliance of financial controls
• Contribution to margin improvement and cost efficiency
• Successful audit outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction

If you're a qualified Management or Strategy Accountant ready to take on a varied, busy role with genuine scope to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.