A newly created opportunity for a technically strong Financial Accountant to take ownership of core financial accounting, statutory reporting, treasury management and audit processes for a dynamic, multi-entity group. The role offers excellent exposure to senior leadership and the chance to shape and improve processes within a supportive finance team.
Client Details
Our client is a respected, fast-moving group with a strong presence in its sector and a reputation for high standards, continuous improvement and a collaborative culture. With ongoing investment in systems, people and processes, the business offers a stable environment while encouraging initiative, accountability and professional growth.
Description
As the Financial Accountant, you will play a key role in delivering accurate, complete and timely financial information for internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include:
*Preparation of monthly internal entity reporting for Board review.
*Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy against third-party support.
*Management of the treasury function, including 13-week cash flow forecasting, foreign currency activity, bank administration and ID facility oversight.
*Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.
*Leading the external audit process, coordinating queries and ensuring timely completion.
*Preparation of statutory accounts for the group, supporting the annual audit and Companies House submissions.
*Managing and developing the Financial Accounts Assistant, providing technical support and fostering a high-performance culture.
*Supporting wider finance projects and contributing to ongoing improvement initiatives.
Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
*ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification (or equivalent).
*Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in statutory accounts, VAT and audit.
*Experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations and delivering accurate month-end reporting.
*Treasury, cash flow forecasting or banking administration experience (desirable).
*Strong systems competency; experience with ERP systems advantageous
*Confident communication skills and the ability to liaise with auditors and senior stakeholders.
*A proactive, inquisitive approach aligned with the company’s values: accountability, teamwork, simplicity, and doing the right thing.
Job Offer
Competitive salary and benefits - £65-75,000 + benefits which include hybrid working (2dpw in the office), pension, and autonomy.