Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant - Exceptional Opportunity with a Leading Manufacturing Business

Are you an experienced and meticulous Financial Accountant looking for the next step in your career? We are excited to be partnering with a renowned and rapidly growing manufacturing business, who are looking for a dedicated Financial Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven professional with a strong financial background to make a meaningful impact and play a key role in the ongoing success of a thriving organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Financial Reporting: Prepare and manage comprehensive financial accounts, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and other applicable accounting standards.

• Management Accounts: Oversee the preparation of detailed management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow forecasts, providing actionable insights to senior management.

• Balance Sheet Management: Ensure the accuracy and compliance of balance sheet accounts, carrying out reconciliations and maintaining robust financial controls.

• Month-End and Year-End Close: Drive the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial data is reported on time and meets regulatory requirements.

• VAT & Tax Compliance: Manage VAT returns, ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations and assisting with other statutory filings.

• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, collaborating with key departments to align financial goals with business strategy.

• Cost Management: Review and manage the cost of sales, inventory, and other manufacturing-related financial activities, identifying areas for cost optimisation.

• Financial Analysis: Provide in-depth financial analysis to guide strategic business decisions, identifying trends, opportunities, and areas for operational improvement.

• Collaboration & Internal Controls: Work closely with internal teams, external auditors, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance and continuously improve internal controls and processes.

• Systems & Process Development: Assist with the implementation and enhancement of financial systems and processes to drive efficiency and improve reporting accuracy.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualifications: A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).

• Experience: Proven experience as a Financial Accountant, ideally within a manufacturing or production-based environment.

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