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Financial Reporting Accountant

Michael Page Finance
Posted 8 days ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Carlisle, Cumbria CA64RR

Salary

£55,000 - £66,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • The position reports to the Financial Controller and focuses on statutory and financial reporting compliance for a growing Private Equity backed business.
  • Candidates should have a fully qualified accounting designation (ACA, ACCA) and ideally possess 1-2 years of relevant experience.
  • The role involves preparing monthly reports, balance sheet reviews, and supporting the year-end audit process, along with transformational projects.
  • A competitive salary is offered, reflecting the responsibilities and opportunities for career progression within the organization.
  • The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter with strong communication skills and a solid understanding of technical accounting standards.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the statutory and financial reporting compliance for the business. This position offers a balance between traditional financial responsibilities and working with the Financial Controller with a focus on continuous improvement to develop new systems and processes for a fast-growing business.

Client Details

My client are a growing, Private Equity backed business that are looking to double in size over the next 3 years. They are currently turning over circa £10 million and have a wealth of experience in the business from other key players in their specific field.

Description

  • Support with the timely and accurate preparation and review of the monthly reporting
  • Provide accurate balance sheet reviews with explanation around key variances month to month
  • Take on transformational projects sponsored by the CEO and CFO and work with them directly on the process.
  • Prepare and review the monthly balance sheet reconciliations
  • 13 week rolling cash flow forecasting, and communication of the weekly cash flow forecast to the CFO and Commercial Director
  • Liaise with the tax advisors to review and support timely filing of annual tax returns
  • Support the Financial Controller with the year-end audit process and other statutory/regulatory requirements
  • Working closely with the Financial Controller developing and documenting scalable finance processes and controls, driving efficiencies within the Finance team and reducing reporting timelines
  • Support the Financial Controller with the implementation of a new ERP/Finance system within the next 12 months
  • Working with the Financial Controller to help drive efficiencies in spend across the Group entities

Profile

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA)
  • This role would suit a 1st time mover from Practice.
  • Up to date knowledge of technical accounting including FRS102
  • Proactive self-starter
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast paced environment
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written and proven team management capability.
  • IT literate with strong ability using Microsoft Excel.

Job Offer

A competitive salary, an opportunity to work with a strong Financial Controller in a growing business that will ultimately offer strong career progression.

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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.