Full job descriptionFinancial Accountant
Brighton | Hybrid Working (2 days office-based)£50-60k + Benefits
LHH Recruitment Solutions are delighted to be partnering with a successful international organisation to recruit a Financial Accountant on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant who has developed their career within industry and is looking to take the next step in a broad financial accounting role.
Working within a collaborative finance team, you will gain exposure to statutory reporting, multi-currency accounting, VAT compliance, year-end processes and financial reporting across multiple international entities. This role offers excellent development opportunities within a growing business operating across global markets.
The Role
Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will play an important role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance across a number of entities. You will work closely with colleagues across finance and the wider business while supporting external auditors and advisers.
Key Responsibilities
*Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting schedules.
*Preparation of statutory accounts for UK and international entities.
*Support the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors.
*Manage and reconcile multi-currency transactions, foreign exchange movements and intercompany balances.
*Prepare and review VAT returns and support wider indirect tax compliance requirements.
*Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
*Support group reporting requirements and consolidation processes.
*Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies and financial controls.
*Contribute to process improvement initiatives across the finance function.
*Build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business.
About You
*Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
*Qualified within an industry-based finance environment rather than a traditional audit practice route.
*Experience preparing statutory accounts or supporting the year-end accounts process.
*Exposure to VAT returns and compliance activities.
*Experience working within a multi-currency environment.
*Good understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.
*Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
*Confident communicator who enjoys working with colleagues across the wider business.
*Experience within an international or multi-entity organisation would be advantageous but is not essential.
This opportunity would suit an ambitious accountant looking to build on their qualification in a role offering broad exposure to financial accounting, statutory reporting, VAT and international finance operations.