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Financial Accountant

Michael Page Finance
Posted 6 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Salary

£50,000 - £55,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Financial Accountant position involves responsibility for financial statements and reporting within a leading professional services firm.
  • Candidates should have a Chartered Accountant qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) and at least 3 years of relevant experience.
  • The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum, along with a supportive company culture.
  • Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements, managing VAT returns, and collaborating with the Group Financial Controller and other team members.
  • The firm promotes true hybrid working and provides excellent opportunities for progression and professional development.

The Financial Accountant will be responsible for the financial statements and reporting. Principal accountabilities will include producing financial statements, audit and tax compliance, quarterly reporting and analysis.

Client Details

This organisation is a leading professional services firm. With locations across the UK as well as operating in a number of international markets.

Description

  • Preparation of the financial statements including year-end reporting and audit and tax support to the Group Financial Controller
  • Complete a full set of monthly balance sheet reconciliations, identifying any issues and implementing changes to ensure issues are resolved
  • Ownership of the Fixed Asset Register, including depreciation postings and resolution of capital issues
  • Complete the quarterly VAT return
  • Prepare the Luxembourg branch GAAP accounts including tax support and other regulatory reporting
  • Complete the quarterly and annual VAT return for the Luxembourg branch
  • Ownership of the payment and reconciliation process for the Luxembourg branch payroll
  • Assist with the Financial Accounting for other Group entities as and when required, with oversight from the Group Financial Controller
  • Contribute to overall governance, regulatory and administrative requirements
  • Work collaboratively with the Group Finance Director, Group Finance team members and other group functions to support the firm and business in the delivery of high quality internal and external service.

Profile

  • Chartered Accountant - ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent
  • Strong IT skills - MS Excel (e.g. Pivot tables, Vlookup and charts), Word and other reporting tools
  • Exemplary attention to detail
  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills
  • Experience of working to tight, statutory deadlines
  • Taxation experience (desirable)
  • Ability to demonstrate professional integrity
  • An effective team member, productive with minimal supervision
  • Excellent communication skills; willingness to listen to others and challenge constructively
  • Knowledge and experience of business / finance procedures.

Job Offer

  • A competitive salary in the range of £50,000 - £55,000 per annum plus package
  • True hybrid working
  • Excellent progression and development opportunities
  • A supportive company culture that fosters professional growth.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.