Newly Qualified Commercial Accountant

Newly Qualified Commercial Accountant / Runcorn / Salary £45,000 - £55,000

Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a growing, privately-owned construction business in the search for a Newly Qualified Commercial Accountant to join their finance team.

Following a recent period of transformation and investment, the business is entering an exciting new chapter and is looking for a commercially-minded finance professional who wants to make a genuine impact.

This is far more than a traditional reporting role. You'll work closely with senior leadership, providing key financial insight, supporting strategic decision-making, and helping drive improvements across finance and operational processes.

The Role

Reporting directly into the Financial Controller, your responsibilities will include:

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• Your role will be a true blend of management accounting and finance business partnering. You will support the team with the production of monthly management accounts and board reporting.
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• Lead as finance business partner across your designated business units, where you will liaise with operational and commercial teams to drive commercial insights and support decision-making
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• Cash flow forecasting and working capital management
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• Financial analysis and performance reporting across projects and business units
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• Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
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• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function
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• Developing and strengthening financial controls and processes
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• Providing commercial insight to support future growth plans
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About You

We're looking for an ambitious and proactive finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, operational environment.

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• Newly Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA
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• Previous experience within the construction sector (or similar) is desirable
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• Strong management accounting and business partnering experience
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• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
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• A commercial mindset and hands-on approach
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• The confidence to challenge, influence and drive positive change
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What's on Offer?

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• Salary of £45,000 - £55,000
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• Opportunity to play a key role within a growing business
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• High levels of visibility and exposure to senior leadership
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• The chance to help shape finance processes and reporting structures
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• Supportive and entrepreneurial working environment
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• Long-term career development opportunities
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Location: Runcorn

If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence business performance and be part of an exciting growth journey, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact Lauren Harrison at Accountable Recruitment on