In this role, you will support the Head of Treasury and Tax in key responsibilities, including financial reporting for stakeholders, cash flow forecasting, and maintaining regular communication with banks, lenders, landlords, external lawyers, auditors, and tax advisors.
You will play a vital role in managing the Group’s financial operations, overseeing cash flow management, ensuring compliance with financing and lease agreements, and preparing financial reports. Additionally, you will support tax and audit processes, oversee bank reconciliations, and collaborate closely with internal teams to maintain financial accuracy and efficiency.
This role also involves corporate responsibilities and ad-hoc projects, requiring strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to financial management.
About You
The ideal candidate will be part-qualified or fully qualified in accounting (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) and have experience in accounting or treasury, either in industry or practice. They should be analytical, adaptable, and detail-oriented, with the ability to handle complex information, solve problems, and meet strict deadlines. Strong communication and diplomacy skills are essential, along with proficiency in finance systems, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience in managing large data sets and navigating fast-paced environments will be highly valued. Most importantly, they should be eager to take on new challenges and work effectively under pressure.
Roles & Responsibilities
Cash Flow Management & Treasury
* Preparing, monitoring, analysing, and challenging daily cash flow movements against forecasts.
* Production of daily, weekly, and monthly cash flow reports for internal and external use.
* Ensuring internal bank transfers are completed on a timely basis.
* Updating for the latest cash flow budget.
* Reviewing weekly payments for capex expenditure and ensuring they are accurately recorded in cash flow and capex reporting.
Financial Compliance & Reporting
* Monitoring and ensuring that the Group is compliant with the terms of the financing agreement, including meeting financial covenants.
* Producing and coordinating quarterly IPD reporting, including compliance certificate with the Loan Agent.
* Monitoring and ensuring that the Group is compliant with the terms of the operating lease agreements with external landlords.
* Preparing monthly and quarterly financial reporting packs for submission to various stakeholders, including the production of various reports.
Tax & Audit Support
* Supporting the annual audit of the Group and shareholder structure (overseas).
* Providing account analysis for certain accounts for tax advisors.
* Reviewing capex expenditure for capital allowance claims (tax).
* Reviewing tax computations produced by external tax advisors.
Bank Reconciliations & Accounting
* Completion of the non-operational company bank reconciliations.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
* Working closely with the Management Accounts team, Asset Manager, Finance Business Partner, Accounts Payable, and Sales Ledger.
Corporate & Ad-Hoc Responsibilities
* Dealing with corporate secretarial matters.
* Working on ad-hoc projects from time to time.
Qualifications & Knowledge
* Part-Qualified (Year 3-4) or Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including handling complex information and providing concise summaries.
* Effective communication, diplomacy, and ability to resolve issues in a fast-paced environment.
* Experience with finance systems, large data sets, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.
* Background in accounting or treasury (industry or practice preferred).
* Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
About HC-One
At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it is a belief that caring for people means understanding what matters most to them, so we can support them to lead their best life. Our team embodies five key qualities, known as Kindness the HC-One Way: curiosity, compassion, creativity, courage, and reliability.
We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us better represent the communities we serve.
Our dedicated colleagues strive to deliver outstanding care, and we support their professional and personal growth through robust career pathways, CPD, and postgraduate programs. HC-One invests in our team, offering opportunities to progress into regional and national roles.
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. All colleagues receive appropriate training to recognise and respond to signs of abuse, harm, or neglect. We ensure everyone knows how to seek advice and report concerns, including escalation if necessary.
We invite applicants from all backgrounds to join our HC-One family, committed to providing a quick and supportive onboarding process.
Rewards & Benefits
Alongside your salary you will enjoy access to a wide variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being and throughout your career as an Area Director we will invest in you, and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Life Assurance
* Private Medical Insurance
* Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
* An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team
* Digital GP for you and your children under 16
* Access to over 1600 high street discounts
* Independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
* Excellent recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
* An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role