Financial Accountant Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Financial Accountant to join our team. Reporting to the Director you will be responsible for accounting duties across our group of companies, including the preparation and reporting of monthly Management Accounts, review and update of standard costs, and provide key KPI report information to managers as required. Must be a team player and able to demonstrate strong business development focus with the energy, drive and commitment to successfully work through any and all issues and objectives related to this role and that of the overall team. Key characteristics: Business Development focused Problem solving / resolution Continuous process improvement Required Education & Experience: A third level education, ideally in an Accounts capacity CIMA/ACCA/ACA Experience in preparing and reporting accounts preferably in a Company group environment Strong accounts systems knowledge and proficient in Excel Spreadsheets and MS Word Auditing / Internal Control experience preferential. Experience working with Sage and Microsoft office suite. You must also be able to demonstrate that you are a results focused individual with the energy, drive and commitment to make it happen. The ability to prioritise and thrive under pressure in a fast moving business meeting tight deadlines Skills & Competencies: Functional knowledge of general accounting processes U.K. Reporting Standards Understanding of internal control elements Flexible to new ideas and ways of accomplishing tasks Strong problem solving and resolution abilities Clear and effective written and oral communication skills Highly organized Ability to meet strict deadlines Unquestionable discretion with high degree of transparency and trust Responsibilities: Weekly payroll & pension submissions Quarterly vat returns Bank reconciliation Management of fixed assets registrar Oversight of the General Ledger, Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, and Accounting Data Accounts payable & receivable duties Invoicing End of year reporting for external Accountant This above description is non-exhaustive and there may be additional duties in accordance with the role. Job Type: Full-time