Robert half is working with a global business to recruit for a Financial Accountant. This position is ideal for someone already working within industry or for a candidate eager to transition from a practice background to an industry setting. The role involves providing specialised technical accounting expertise, along with supporting the leadership in managing a team responsible for the delivery of statutory accounts, audit reporting, and addressing technical accounting queries, including changes to accounting policies and IFRS standards.
This role offers a competitive salary of £45k - £50k, Hybrid working (2days in the office, 3 days from home), 25 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays), as well as excellent benefits and significant opportunities for professional growth. The successful candidate can be based either in Newcastle or Rotherham (Wath Upon Dearne).
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide expert technical accounting advice across the business, ensuring robust application of IFRS and Group accounting policies. This includes addressing accounting queries, challenging existing accounting practices, and preparing technical papers as necessary to support audit processes.
2. Review and assess the impact of new accounting standards, determining the approach to adoption, addressing any training requirements, and ensuring adherence to current accounting policies withi...