Accountant / Finance specialist required for a construction contractor in Bristol
EXCELLENT SALARY
Job Purpose
The Senior Finance Specialist is responsible for managing financial transactions, banking activities, and accounting operations to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. This role supports the financial reporting process, maintains strong internal controls, and acts as a liaison between the company, tax authorities, and external service providers. The Finance Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of the company's operations while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Operations
Make payments and manage all banking activities
Record daily incoming and outgoing bank transactions
Reconcile accounts related to investments across both supplier and bank accounts
Manage petty cash expenses per employee and report open balances accordingly
Increase control environment for ongoing investments
Collaborate with administrative functions to ensure accounting accuracy
2. Accounting & Reporting
Support accounting activities on all levels including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank operations, importation of goods, and financial statement reporting
Make necessary checks by taking trial balances of debit and credit accounts at month-end
Follow up on debts and receivables
Ensure reconciliations with companies
Manage the company's consolidation of accounts
3. Compliance & External Relations
Support preparation of monthly declarations to the tax office on time
Ensure tax compliance in all aspects including special regimes applicable to the company such as Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) within the investment and operation phases of the company
Manage relations with tax administration, various legal entities, and outsourced service providers
Follow up on negotiations with external parties accordingly
Liaise with Portugal and accounting firms in the UK
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including anti-bribery and anti-corruption regulations
Key Skills & Experience
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
Broad knowledge of tax and accounting
Proficiency in managing banking operations and financial transactions
Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
Knowledge of financial controls and reconciliation procedures
Broad knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards and general accounting principles
Ability to manage multiple financial tasks simultaneously
Strong communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders
Problem-solving abilities and proactive approach to financial issues
Experience with financial reporting and statement preparation
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience in SAP (essential)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s in accounting, finance, or relevant degree
Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred