Average Auditor salary in Redditch

Are you a qualified accountant looking for a role where you can make a real impact in a fast-growing international business?An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a market-leading business operating within the renewable energy sector. Experiencing rapid growth across the UK and Europe, the company is investing heavily in its finance function and offers genuine career development within a business at the forefront of the transition to sustainable energy.Working closely with the Group Financial Controller and CFO, you'll take ownership of the UK finance function while supporting international operations, giving you broad exposure across financial reporting, commercial finance and business partnering.The RoleYou'll be responsible for:Owning the month-end process and management accounts for the UK businessPreparing balance sheet reconciliations, journals and cash flow forecastsManaging intercompany accounting, FX reporting and complianceSupporting budgeting, forecasting and KPI reportingPartnering with operational teams to provide commercial insightSupporting European subsidiaries and group reportingAssisting with year-end audit and statutory reportingDriving continuous improvement across finance processes and controlsAbout YouWe're looking for someone who has:ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualificationStrong financial accounting and management reporting experienceExcellent Excel skills and experience using ERP systemsStrong attention to detail with a proactive approachThe confidence to build relationships across the businessExperience within a multi-entity or group environment (desirable)Why Apply?Join a high-growth international business within the renewable energy sectorBroad, varied role with genuine ownership and autonomyDirect exposure to an experienced Group FC and CFOInternational finance experience supporting UK and European operationsPerformance-related annual bonusExcellent long-term career progression as the business continues to expandBe part of a business helping shape a more sustainable futureIf you're looking for a broad finance role where you can develop your career in a growing international business, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.Greenwell Gleeson Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.To find out more about how and why Greenwell Gleeson Ltd process your personal data in line with the data protection regime please go to the privacy notice on our website

Are you an experienced finance leader looking for genuine commercial influence and a clear route to becoming Finance Director?We are partnering with a successful business seeking a hands-on Head of Finance to lead its finance function through its next phase of growth.Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will manage a team of 4-5 and take full ownership of finance across the business. This is a broad, end-to-end position combining strategic planning, board reporting and commercial decision support with oversight of the company's core financial operations.The business is looking for someone with the ambition and capability to progress into the Finance Director position within the next three - four years.THE ROLEAs Head of Finance, your responsibilities will include:* Leading, managing and developing a finance team of 4-5* Owning the production of monthly management accounts and board reporting* Leading budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow management* Overseeing statutory reporting, audit, VAT, payroll and year-end processes* Developing and maintaining robust financial controls* Improving reporting, systems and business processes* Providing clear commercial insight to support strategic and operational decisions* Partnering with department heads to improve profitability and performance* Identifying opportunities to increase efficiency across the finance function* Acting as the trusted finance partner to the Managing Director and senior leadership teamABOUT YOUThis opportunity would suit an ambitious finance professional who enjoys the pace, variety and influence of a hands-on SME environment.You will ideally have:* An ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, or equivalent experience* Experience as a Head of Finance, Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager* A strong understanding of both strategic and operational finance* Experience leading and developing a finance team* Strong budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow and management-reporting skills* A commercial mindset and the ability to turn financial data into practical insight* The confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders* A proactive approach to improving controls, systems and processesWHAT'S ON OFFER?* Salary of £70,000-£80,000 plus benefits* A clear pathway to Finance Director within three to four years* Direct exposure to an entrepreneurial Managing Director* Genuine autonomy and influence over business decisions* Responsibility for leading and developing your own finance team* A broad role covering every aspect of finance* The opportunity to join a stable, successful business with ambitious growth plansIf you are looking for a role in which your contribution will genuinely shape the future of a business and you have the ambition to progress to Finance Director we would like to hear from you.Apply today for further information and a confidential discussion.Greenwell Gleeson Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.To find out more about how and why Greenwell Gleeson Ltd process your personal data in line with the data protection regime please go to the privacy notice on our website

Technical Accountant - Closedown Review£500 per day | Interim Contract until 31 December 2026 | Mainly RemoteWe are recruiting for an experienced Technical Accountant to support a Local Authority client with a key Closedown Review workstream within its Finance Transformation Programme. This role will also provide support to the Corporate Finance Team, including Chief Accountant-related responsibilities as required.Key ResponsibilitiesLead a fundamental review of the 2025/26 closedown process and Statement of Accounts.Assess revenue and capital closedown procedures, working papers, reconciliations and audit trails.Review team capacity, roles and responsibilities, governance and management oversight.Evaluate compliance with the CIPFA Code of Practice and Disclosure Checklist.Identify opportunities to streamline accounts production, strengthen balance sheet assurance and improve external audit readiness.Review findings from internal audit, external audit and previous independent reviews.Assess capital accounting, pensions, grants accounting, fixed asset processes and finance system controls.Essential RequirementsFully Qualified CCAB Accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).Minimum 5 years' post-qualified experience (PQE).Significant local government finance experience.Proven experience managing or supporting the closure of Statement of Accounts.Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of CIPFA requirements.Experience working with external auditors and driving process improvements.Contract Details£500 per day (flexiable)Interim contract until 31 December 2026Mainly remoteApproximately one office visit per monthThis is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned local government finance professional to play a key role in improving closedown processes and supporting a wider finance transformation programme.