I am currently recruiting for a Senior Financial Accountant for an established reputable company in Lancashire. To covera period of maternity I am looking for a Qualified Accountant on a contract basis, ideally someone who has trained in practice with a strong financial accounting biased. Key focuses will include:
* Leading the preparation of the Group's statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with IFRS and other relevant reporting standards
* Manage the half year and year end external reporting processes
* Act as the key point of contact for external auditors, coordinating audit deliverables and resolving queries efficiently
* Liaise with external tax advisors on corporate tax matters, including the preparation and review of tax computations and deferred tax calculations
* Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, maintaining strong financial controls and governance
* Assist with the preparation and review of consolidated financial reports
* Cover for other department heads as and when needed (FP & A, management accounting)
* Continuously improve financial processes and controls, ensuring best practices are followed across the organisation
* Work closely with the finance leadership team to provide insights into financial reporting developments and regulatory changes
Suitable candidates must be qualified with strong technical financial accounting experience (IFRS knowledge is essentia...