Financial Accountant

About the job

Company Description

We are the UK’s #1 independent provider of voice, connectivity, mobile, phone system and cloud services.

We help c. 84,000 direct customers – businesses of all sizes and across almost every sector – connect better with their customers, suppliers and teams.  Equally we operate an Indirect channel where we engage with channel partners to deliver the range of Daisy products and services to UK SMB customers.

We combine straightforward solutions, including fibre broadband, mobile tariffs and phone systems, with friendly, helpful people to support businesses with their communications needs, now and as they grow. As an independent provider, we work with all of the major telecommunications networks and suppliers, meaning we’ll always get the best deal in the market for our customers and partners.

Job Description

The role is within the Daisy Communications (‘Daisy’) Finance team of Daisy Group. Daisy is a Private Equity backed business in the telecoms and IT B2B sector with turnover in excess of £200m and EBITDA £60m +, with ambitious plans to double over the next 5 years through organic and M&A growth utilising the sector dynamics and fragmented market.

Location: Nelson with Hybrid Working

Salary: Between £40 - £45,000 DOE

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30/9:00 - 17:00/17:30

Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly financial reporting including analysis for Daisy Group and external investors.
• Cost centre management.
• Financial integration of recently acquired businesses including systems and completion accounts.
• Liaison with external auditors.
• Preparation of statutory accounts.
• Cash forecasting and management.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant – ACA preferred – to 2 years PQE.
• Advanced MS Excel skills to a level enabling effective data analysis.
• Proficiency with current financial software (Sage).
• Excellent communication skills, able to work effectively with both Finance and non-Finance.
• Strong attention to detail including awareness of contracts and legal documentation.
• Good follow-up skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines with an eye for accuracy and detail.
• A high energy level with creative problem-solving abilities.
• Must be able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• At all times demonstrate confidentiality, conscientiousness, and trustworthiness.

Additional Information

What are the benefits of working at Daisy?

Our colleagues work hard to deliver for our customers and that is why we give them the recognition and rewards they deserve for their effort

But working at Daisy is much more than just a fair salary. It’s about providing a range of benefits and opportunities to all our staff to make working with us enjoyable.

We have been voted by Best Companies as the UK's 4th best Telecoms company and we are in the UK's top 75 Best Large Companies to work for in 2022.

Our ethos is simple: the more you put in the more you get out.

Here are some of the benefits that we offer…

• 25 days holidays, plus bank holidays, and the option to purchase more!
• Professional development to help you achieve your personal goals
• Eye care vouchers available and discounted Medicash membership
• Access to discounts and savings at more than 1,200 retailers
• An additional day off on your birthday or if you're getting married
• Auto enrolment following probation into a salary pension scheme
• Access to exclusive offers on a range of Daisy products