Lead Management Accountant

This role reports directly to the Finance Manager and has accountability for:

• The smooth running of the month end and management accounts process
• Conducting site reviews with colleagues in operations, with a view to improving performance and being a point of contract for on-going support
• Assisting with the onboarding of the new accounting system, to increase the accuracy and efficiency of finance processes.
• Significant contribution to the DL merger overall, including training sites and colleagues, as required
The role's focus is on working alongside the Finance Manager to create an engaged, energised, knowledgeable and highly skilled Management Accounts team., The Lead Management Accountant will have the following responsibilities: Management Accounts and Reporting
• Leading month end activities including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, VAT returns and IFRS 16 schedules
• Producing accurate monthly management accounts and ensuring deadlines are met
• Supporting the annual audit through the provision of information and explanations
Business Partnering
• Leading monthly site reviews and offering ongoing financial support to operational colleagues
• Providing insight and recommendations to Finance, Operations and the Senior Leadership Team
Projects and Continuous Improvement
• Supporting the onboarding and development of our accounting system, Access Financials
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, reporting and system utilisation
• Designing reports that help drive commercial performance
• Contributing to the DL merger activity, including training and system implementation
Governance and Compliance
• Upholding financial controls, risk management and information security standards
• Participating in fixed asset audits, business continuity planning and GDPR responsibilities
This role involves some travel to our UK sites, typically 1 to 2 days per month, so a full driving licence is required. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the role which the company may reasonably require the post-holder to perform from time to time. Flexible working outside of core office hours may also be required on an occasional basis.


• Part qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Strong experience across management accounting, budgeting and financial reporting
• Experience working in an SME environment
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large data sets
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work independently and use sound judgement
You may also have:
• Knowledge of VAT and corporation tax
• Experience with IFRS 16
• Familiarity with Access Financials
• Experience in finance system development or implementation
  
  Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair.
Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague:
• Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts.
• Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme.
• Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave.
• Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access.