Overview
Financial Accountant
Permanent | Full Time
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum + annual bonus
Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Winnersh, RG41 or Leeds (Hybrid)
We're looking for an enthusiastic Financial Accountant to join our Finance Shared Services team. Reporting to the Head of Group Finance Shared Services, you'll play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely financial results, maintaining compliance, and improving processes.
This role includes overseeing one direct report and may involve occasional out-of-hours work during period-end processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee month-end financial close and ensure accurate, timely reporting.
* Review and analyse financial results, addressing discrepancies and queries.
* Manage key accounting areas, including VAT returns, accruals, bonuses, and intercompany agreements.
* Support the Group Annual Audit and ensure compliance with UK GAAP.
* Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements.
* Handle regular reporting on fixed assets, project accounting, and KPIs.
What We're Looking For
Qualifications & Experience:
* Part-qualified ACCA accountant with demonstrable professional experience in transactional finance.
* Strong understanding of financial systems, processes, and regulations.
Skills & Competencies:
* Advanced MS Excel skills (e.g., vlookups, pivot tables).
* Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Ability to work under strict deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
* Enthusiastic team player with a proactive and professional attitude.
Technical Knowledge:
* Experience with systems such as SAP BPC, Dynamics 365 Finance, Chrome River, Medius Flow, Blackline, SAP SAC, and Microsoft Office Suite.
What's in It for You?
* A competitive salary £45,000 - £50,000 per annum + annual company bonus.
* 24 days annual leave (increasing to 29) + bank holidays.
* Perks like Medicash, enhanced pension, life assurance, Perkbox, and Taste Card.
* A dynamic, inclusive workplace that fosters collaboration and innovation.
Why Join Us?
If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now to make a difference in our Finance Shared Services team.
Eligibility: Only candidates eligible to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr