Accountant PQ (12-Month Maternity Cover - SAP Essential)
West London | Hybrid Working
A well-established international organisation is seeking an Accountant PQ to join its Finance team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. Working within a small team, you will play a key role in recording, analysing and reporting financial information, ensuring accuracy, compliance and strong financial control.
Key Responsibilities
* Record payments and receipts within SAP ERP
* Post AP invoices (purchases and Opex) and maintain accurate accounting records
* Maintain bank ledgers and perform monthly bank reconciliations
* Lead cash collection activities and monitor outstanding invoices
* Manage and maintain master data (products, vendors, customers)
* Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes
* Prepare balance sheet and P&L variance analysis
* Ensure accurate revenue recognition in collaboration with logistics
* Reconcile intercompany balances
* Prepare payment runs and review AP accounts
* Monitor credit control and produce credit reports
* Assist with VAT returns, audits and compliance requirements
* Support budgeting, forecasting and finance projects
Requirements
* Part-qualified or newly qualified ACCA/CIMA
* 3-5 years' experience in accounting/finance
* Strong SAP ERP experience (ESSENTIAL)
* Advanced Excel skills
* Experience in reconciliations, variance analysis and month-end processes
* Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills
* Confident communicator able to work effectively in a small team
* Right to work in the UK
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accountant with strong SAP capability looking to gain broad exposure within a collaborative and fast-paced finance environment.
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PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.