Senior Financial Accountant, Peterborough
Location: Peterborough, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Details
Due to continued expansion of the business, there is a requirement for a Senior Financial Accountant to join the finance team. This role will be responsible for preparing and maintaining monthly management accounts, undertaking balance sheet reconciliations, driving continuous improvement cycles, and assisting with Group reporting to head office on a monthly basis.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts
* Check the accuracy of information generated by the financial system and correct discrepancies with the financial controller's approval
* Maintain accurate control account information
* Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
* Undertake ad hoc financial and management tasks as instructed by the financial controller
* Contribute to internal financial reporting
* Manage the Purchase Ledger team
* Review weekly bank payments to suppliers
* Conduct cost and variation analysis
* Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
* Participate in reviews and evaluations for cost reduction opportunities
* Support Group reporting and external audits
* Contribute to the development of systems, processes, and procedures within the business
Skills and Experience
Essential
* Fully qualified Accountant and member of a recognized accounting body
* Audit background
* Extensive IT skills and experience
* Excellent presentation and communication skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Sound knowledge of debits/credits, business systems, and processes
Desirable
* IT industry experience
* Advanced knowledge or professional training in SAGE accounts
* Microsoft Dynamics experience
* IFRS application and understanding
* Experience managing a team
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