Senior Accountant

Your new companyI am partnering with an international company based in Stoke-on-Trent who are looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team. Your new roleAs a Senior Accountant, you will manage and control all aspects of cost accounting and inventory valuation for the site and will collaborate closely with the SSC and the FP&A teams. Your duties will include :

• Liaising and collaborating with the Shared Service Team to achieve a timely month-end close.
• Supporting the FP&A Team and Site Manager with any forecasting, budgeting and variance reporting as required.
• Providing annual audit support to the Shared Service Team.
• Responsible for all aspects of Inventory Valuation.
• Managing and maintaining the site cost model, providing ad hoc costings as required and supporting the annual stock take process.
• Fixed asset recording and reporting.
• UK VAT reporting.
• Managing and updating the main financial reports including Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flows in accordance with GAAP.
• Executing month-end closing and analysis of financial reports including variance reporting, reconciliations, documentation, and explanations as needed.
• Provide leadership and direction from an accounting and financial perspective to support a successful ERP implementation.
• Provide support to AP, AR, cost accounting, and payroll functions.

What you'll need to succeed

• You will ideally be CIMA or ACCA qualified, or have relevant experience in a similar role.
• Proven understanding of general accounting systems.
• Excellent and effective communication skills (verbal & written).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with expert level skills in Excel.
• Demonstrated experience working with an ERP/financial reporting system.
• Have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating priorities and deadlines.

What you'll get in returnYou will get a salary of £45,000- £50,000 depending on experience and qualifications, 25 days annual leave +bank holidays, hybrid working, flexible hours, private medical, life assurance, enhanced pension scheme, free on-site parking. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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