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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Financial Accountant within a leading provider of commercial finance in Reading. The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented professional who will ensure accurate and timely financial results while maintaining compliance and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
In this role, you will be responsible for various essential tasks, including:
- Preparing monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations within required deadlines. How do you ensure accuracy in your financial reporting?
- Maintaining the integrity of ledgers and managing key accounting areas, including VAT returns and the Fixed Asset register. What strategies do you employ to oversee accounts payable and receivable processes?
- Preparing annual financial statements and assisting with year-end audits. How do you manage month-end procedures effectively?
- Collaborating with the Finance Operations team and handling other ad-hoc tasks as required. How do you prioritize your workload in a fast-paced environment?
Core Skills and Knowledge:
We are seeking a candidate with a strong foundation in finance and accounting. The ideal candidate will possess:
- Qualifications: Are you CIMA or ACCA qualified, or newly qualified?
- Market Knowledge: Do you have an awareness of the financial market landscape, including competitors and market drivers?
- IT Skills: How proficient are you with Microsoft Office applications?
- Investec-Specific Knowledge: Are you familiar with Investec's procedures and compliance protocols?
- Strong analytical skills: Can you work quickly and accurately while solving problems effectively?
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: How do you engage with team members and stakeholders?
- Experience: Have you worked in a dynamic, fast-paced finance team, and how do you handle pressure?
