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Role Summary

Reporting into the Finance Manager within this growing Group Finance function, this is an exciting opportunity to be jointly responsible for all transactional and reporting activity for our head office companies.

This will range from processing and managing accounts receivable, to posting month end journals, reconciling the balance sheets, and producing audited statutory accounts. You will also support the development of our accounting system.

It is an ideal role for a talented part-qualified accountant looking to build on their 4+ years of experience in a relevant role.

Key Activities & Responsibilities;

Head office companies

Accounts receivable processing, from raising invoices to credit control and cash allocation
Maintenance of fixed asset register and posting of related month end journals
Managing multi-currency ledgers
Preparation and entry of month end journals in accordance with the timetable (including, but not limited to accruals, prepayments, depreciation)
Reconciliation of intercompany balances
Production of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Maintenance of daily cash book
Preparation of statutory accounts and year end audit files for head office entities

Requirements for the role;

Qualifications/Education

Strong academics
Intermediate stage or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Knowledge & Skills

Highly organised, with the ability to take the initiative and prioritise workload to meet key deadlines; takes responsibility for tasks and their delivery
Excellent attention to detail; works accurately and efficiently
Alerts manager to any questions or issues
Builds strong relationships with people at all levels in the organisation
Comfortable dealing with senior management in a professional, knowledgeable manner
Questioning; identifies and drives improvements to processes and controls
A continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify and deliver process improvements
Excellent understanding of general ledger accounting and multicurrency ledgers

Salary & Benefits;

The role of Financial Accountant will pay £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE), hybrid working (2 days in the office), plus full study support and annual bonus