HW Finance are delighted to be working with a large privately owned business based in Wakefield. This is a crucial role within core finance looking after all IFRS16 accounting responsibilities.
The successful candidate must be capable of working in a stand-alone project role but also comfortable working in a large group accounting function.
Key areas of responsibility are:
* Familiar with IFRS16 / ASC842 / FRS102 standards
* Understand how to transition from IAS to IFRS16, or UK GAAP to FRS102
* Income statement & statement of financial position reporting implications in respect to IFRS16/FRS102
* Disclosure reporting
* Knowledge of double entry accounting
* Advise the business on industry best practices regarding property and lease management
The person:
* Qualified accountant – ACA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent
* Substantial post qualified experience
* Experience managing large finance projects
* Comprehensive understanding of IFRS16 lease accounting treatment
* Ability to adapt to a dynamic, rapidly changing business environment, to multitask, to get into detail where needed and to meet deadlines on a timely basis
* Strong relationship and communication skills
* Strong MS Office skills including Excel, Word and PowerPoint