The Financial Accountant plays a key role in supporting the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of G.Network’s financial reporting. Working closely with the Finance Manager and other finance teams, this role is responsible for preparing core elements of month-end and year-end reporting, preparation and submission of VAT returns, maintaining effective control processes, and supporting the production of tax returns, statutory accounts and management information.
You will contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and systems, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and provide meaningful financial insights to support decision-making across the business.
* Prepare and submit monthly/quarterly VAT returns
* Prepare key components of month-end reporting, including supporting schedules, reconciliations, and working papers to ensure accuracy and completeness.
* Compile variance analysis and insightful commentary, linking financial performance to key business drivers and KPIs.
* Maintain and operate robust financial control processes, contributing to a strong control environment.
* Support the preparation of year-end statutory accounts and audit deliverables in line with regulatory requirements and accounting standards. Embed best-in-class financial reporting processes and continuous improvements.
* Prepare and post accurate and timely journals during the month-end close process.
* Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts, ensuring any discrepancies are investigated and resolved promptly.
* Assist with the production of management accounts, ensuring consistency between overall company performance and individual cost centre reporting.
* Provide clear and concise variance analysis against budget for designated areas, offering narrative that supports strategic decision-making.
* Liaise with the FP&A team to ensure costs and revenues are accurately captured and understood in the context of the budget and operational plans.
* Collaborate across finance functions to enhance data quality, streamline data flows, and improve the overall efficiency of financial reporting.
* Support the Group Financial controller with ongoing reporting initiatives, contributing to continuous improvement in reporting standards, systems, and processes.
* Stay up to date with changes in accounting standards and financial best practices, applying this knowledge to improve reporting quality and compliance.
You be Part-qualified AAT/CIMA/ACA/ACCA accountant with the following experience.
* Ability to work to clear timetable, prioritise and manage tasks and a high level of initiative and willingness to learn.
* Proven
* Advanced user proficiency with Excel
* Experience with Salesforce/Financial Force or similar CRM/ERP
* Experience in either telecommunications or infrastructure projects an advantage.