This part-time Accountant position will be covering maternity leave for 7 - 9 months on a fixed term contract. This role will be responsible for month end processes, reconciliations, audit and supporting year end. This role will be part-time
Client Details
Our client is a well-established software and technology company with international reach. With over 2500 employees across the Globe, the Part-time Accountant covering this maternity leave will integral to the ongoing success of the business.
Description
- Overseeing the staff expenses process
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, UK GAAP).
- Support in the management of general ledgers, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately.
- Perform account reconciliations, including bank and balance sheet reconciliations, to ensure the accuracy of financial data.
- Ensure payroll accounts are reconciled, including tax, pension contributions, and other deductions, in accordance with relevant legislation.
- Assist in the preparation and filing of payroll-related tax returns (e.g., PAYE, NIC, etc.).
- Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and other tax-related filings, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Provide support during internal and external audits, preparing necessary documentation and financial schedules.
- Assist in the month-end close process, including the posting of journals and accruals, to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
- Prepare financial reports and analyses to support decision-making, including variance analysis, cash flow analysis, and cost analysis.
- Ensure all accounting processes adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Provide ad-hoc support to the finance team, including assisting in budget preparation, forecasting, and financial modelling.
- Identify and suggest improvements to accounting systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Profile
A successful Accountant should have:
- Strong experience in the above as the sole accountant in a company
- Part-qualified or QBE accountant
- Experience using Oracle is desirable
- Strong excel experience required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to hit the ground running
- Proven contracting experience is desirable
- Ability to start beginning of May
Job Offer
- £50,000 - £55,000 salary (FTE)
- 7 - 9 months FTC (maternity cover)
- Part-time (30 hours - flexible)
- Start date: End of April / Beginning May
- Hybrid working: 1 or 2 days in office
- Based City of London