I'm looking for an experienced Accountant to join a small finance team in central Cambridge, on a fixed term basis for 1 year. This is an urgent requirement due to some internal changes, so an immediate start is required. Working closely with the Financial Controller, as an experienced Accountant, you will take responsibility for the management of key asset balances for the UK Group and the reporting process.Duties will include
- Take responsibility for asset and income aspects for UK financial audit
- Preparation of monthly statements and invoices
- Maintaining financial records
- Analysing and reporting financial variances against budgets
- Ensuring all property lease costs are being accurately captured and recovered
- Liase with project management teams and provide support/advice with regards to financial budgets
- Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
- Provide support to Management Accountant
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Part qualified or near to completing your professional accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) with industry experience or moving from practice
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables
- Strong communication skills
- "Can-do" attitude
- Ability to prioritise and manage individual workload and work unsupervised
- Excellent attention to detail
The role is predominately office based, working from their office in central Cambridge (parking is very limited). Salary is up to £50,000 and an immediate start is required.