This role seeks an accomplished Financial Accountant prepared to take charge of financial operations for a specific entity within this large international company. The successful candidate will join a well established Finance team who are always looking for ways to improve processes, and use systems effectively. They will play a pivotal role in maintaining the financial health of the organisation.

Client Details

Our client is a large organisation based on the outskirts of Oxford, with parking on site and offering an extensive benefits package. They are a highly renown employer locally with unrivalled career development opportunities. With its UK headquarters in Oxford, the company has a strong presence and is a recognised leader in its field.

Description

As a Financial Accountant you will hold responsibility for monthly reporting according to IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) for various UK based subsidiaries. This will also include the preparation of statutory annual financial statements, active contribution to the monthly management reporting process and significant support to the external audit processes on an ongoing basis throughout the year.
You will guarantee adherence to strict deadlines, whilst ensuring the high-quality output of the financial statements to all internal and external stakeholders, ensuring the application of relevant accounting standards, financial integrity, internal controls and compliance in your area of responsibility.
You will take a key role in the financial planning processes such as the annual budget and rolling forecasts, including cash flow and foreign currency exposure planning.
You will be highly involved in digitalisation and continuous process improvement activities with a focus on quality management, independently analysing ongoing financial processes to identify areas for optimisation and automation.
Pro-active interaction and collaboration with UK and international partner companies, shared service centres and cross functional process partners.
We will determine your specific tasks and priorities together with you, considering your strengths and experiences, as well as areas where you would like to develop.

Profile

The successful Financial Accountant will ideally have :

Possession of a professional accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) required.
Previous, demonstrable experience in financial accounting with audit either as a client or client facing.
Experience within an international company and/or "Big Four" practice background is beneficial. Manufacturing industry experience would also be an advantage.
Knowledge of International Accounting Standards (IFRS) and FRS101 required.
Proficient in working with MS Office (especially MS Excel).
Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills at all levels.
Knowledge and experience of using SAP R/3 and/or S/4HANA FI modules beneficial.

If you want to take the next step in your career, then please apply today!

Job Offer

A competitive salary in the range of £50,000 to £60,000 per year
The opportunity to work in a hybrid working environment (up to 2 days remote working per week)
Extensive benefit package
A chance to advance your career within financial accounting
A supportive team environment

Take the next step in your career as a Financial Accountant in industry and apply today!