Finance Manager

Datalec UK; Buntingford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of data centre solutions is seeking a Finance Manager/Management Accountant (Part-Qualified) to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with local regulations. In this full-time role, you will own bookkeeping for several entities, support audits, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Candidates should be part-qualified accountants with a minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, particularly with European entities. Strong financial analysis skills and advanced Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience.
• Proven experience working with European entities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end bookkeeping for several entities.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts.
• Ensure compliance with VAT submissions and local tax laws.

Skills

Part-qualified accountant

Accounting experience

VAT Return preparation

Strong financial analysis

Advanced Excel skills

Education

AAT, ACCA, ACA, QBE, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics (Business Central)

Accounting software

Job description

Location: Buntingford, Hertfordshire, UK

Job Purpose

Datalec Precision Installations (DPI) is a leading provider of data centre design, supply, build, and managed services. We are committed to delivering seamless and integrated solutions for data centre operators worldwide. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of service and excellence in every project we undertake.

We are seeking a Finance Manager/Management Accountant (Part-Qualified) to join our Team. This role plays a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and supporting strategic decision-making. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple countries to drive financial performance and operational efficiency.

This is a full-time role; however, we would love to hear from you if you are an excellent candidate who can only do part-time.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end bookkeeping of several entities within the Group, including new ones
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts, including preparing the Accounts Package for Group Consolidated accounts.
• Review accounts payable and receivable to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Monthly/quarterly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, bank and inter-company accounts, prepayment, accruals and other control accounts as well as processing general ledger journals
• Responsible for VAT submissions
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, statutory requirements, and internal controls.
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors and tax advisors
• Supporting the Finance Team with ad hoc projects such as CIS Reconciliation to allow automated submission to go live, Champion of E-invoicing for all group entities
• Represent the business, upholding our core values and behaviours with all internal and external customers, clients and third parties
• Maintain business and client confidentiality, adhering to applicable Data Protection regulations and Information Security Standards in line with company and group policies and procedures.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Part-qualified accountant (AAT, ACCA, ACA, QBE, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience
• Proven experience working with European entities
• Desirable experience with Polish Entities
• Experience with VAT Return and Trial Balance preparation
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPS, SUMIFS)
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and ideally Microsoft Dynamics (Business Central)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work at pace and adapt quickly

To Apply

To apply for this position, please send your CV and a cover letter torecruitment @datalecltd.com . For further information, please get in touch with HR on [phone].

About Datalec Precision Installations (DPI)

Datalec Precision Installations provides world-class, global data centre solutions, specialising in M&E and connectivity design, bespoke manufacturing, construction, and installation services. Supported by unmatched technical expertise, we offer consultancy, technical and critical cleaning, electronic security, and managed services to address every data centre need.