About the role
6 Month Contract
£55,000 - £60,000 pro rata
SSO, B&Q House, Eastleigh, Southampton
Working within the Financial Control team, the Financial Control accountant will play a key role in leading the coordination of activities for key reporting cycles, including Month End, External Audit and the preparation of Statutory accounts. The role will also be involved in understanding the accounting implications of new business initiatives and working alongside finance and business teams to land new processes to improve controls and efficiency.
Key responsibilities
* Own and manage the month end cycle for all B&Q entities, whilst implementing improvements to ways of working between our onshore teams and our Global Business Support function.
* Conduct monthly Financial Statement & KPI sign off reviews with Finance Director.
* Subject matter expert on technical accounting for all areas of the business, in addition to ensuring statutory accounts are prepared in line with the latest guidance.
* Collaborating with wider finance teams on significant accounting risk areas within the business and using technical expertise to propose approach and solutions.
* Manage the audit process by acting as the primary contact with our auditors to manage requests and deliverables.
* Plan and manage the statutory accounts cycle for B&Q entities as required, including acting as first reviewer.
* Take a lead on the design and implementation of efficiency projects across the finance function.
* Undertake key routine tasks, such as managing the weekly sales submission, reviewing balance sheet accounts and ensuring control sign off in accordance with internal frameworks.
* Deputise for Financial Controller when necessary.
Required skills & experience
* ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified accountant (minimum 2 years post qualified).
* Good understanding of financial accounting standards (IFRS) and experience in technical accounting roles / audit.
* High level of attention to detail and accuracy is essential.
* Strong team player.
* Flexible and deadline-orientated, able to work under pressure and prioritise workload accordingly.
* Good working knowledge of Excel.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels.
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