A role has arisen for a Management Accountant to join an exciting, global PLC in the Reading area. This is the opportunity to take P&L ownership for some key entities including the provision of commentary. This is a temporary role initially on a 3-6 month basis.
Responsibilities:
* Preparation of monthly management accounts following a strict timetable in accordance with both U.S. and local GAAP
* Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reporting packages.
* Assist in preparation of monthly/quarterly VAT returns
* Support the Finance Managers and look to standardize then improve tasks
* Maintain general ledger accuracy for all assigned companies
* Maintain reconciliation schedules for all assigned balance sheet accounts and resolve any unreconciled items within a set period of time
* Perform various account analyses to explain variances and identify any required adjusting journal entries
* Familiarity with group accounting policies, internal controls and/or SOX compliance and ensuring all policies and controls are followed to achieve a successful SOX audit.
* Assist with external & internal audits to ensure all aspects of compliance and control are met
* Assist with statutory accounts production with responsibility for accurate and timely filings.
* Assist in analysing and preparing reports, KPI's and performance statistics/graphs that form part of the reporting pack or as ad-hoc reporting
* Work closely with the designated business area to support, advise and influence operations with the goal of improving business performance
* Assist with other filings and other non-statutory reporting such as National Statistics returns
* Proactively work to support other members of the Finance team and participate or lead on any ad-hoc projects
* Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes including anti-bribery policy
Requirements:
* High potential part qualified or a newly qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA
* Proficient with Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, pivots tables, "if" statements, lookups as a minimum)
* Must be organised, efficient and enthusiastic, striving to improve processes and encourage positive change across the business
* Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems both individually and as a member of a team
* Possess a positive attitude and an outgoing personality
* Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
* Knowledge of SAP would be a benefit
* Hands-on approach with the ability to prioritize and work to tight deadlines
* Ability to travel (ad-hoc) and work flexibly particularly at month end
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