Sewell Wallis are recruiting for a Senior Accountant on a 6-month fixed term contract, for a fast-growing property business in Stockport. This is a newly made position to support the Senior Finance Manager, overseeing the Management Accounts for a portfolio of properties and mentoring a small team.
It's essential that you have a background in the property industry, with knowledge on rental incomes, service charges and property accounting.
Due to the nature of this role, they are looking for a candidate with a maximum of a month's notice. It'd be beneficial if you were able to start immediately.
What will you be doing?
Management and mentoring of an Accounts Assistant.
Overseeing monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations.
Monthly and quarterly cash reporting.
Reviewing CIS & VAT returns done by the Accounts Assistant.
Production of quarterly group consolidated management accounts and debt compliance reporting.
Preparation and review of annual accounts and supporting the year-end audit.
Generally supporting the Senior Finance Manager with the teams deliverables and identifying opportunities for improvement in processes. What skills are we looking for?
Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
Property accounting experience
Willingness to manage and mentor a small team
Strong technical skills (Excel, Dynamics 365, Power BI and Workiva)
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal...