Accountant
Office Based - Kidderminster
Temp 9 x Month Maternity Cover
Pay Rate: £17.70 to £19.68 per hour
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Prospect of Hybrid Working: Once settled into the position, there is the potential for hybrid working arrangements.
As an Accountant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the finance team with a wide range of accounting tasks. This will include the preparation of financial accounts, managing VAT returns, processing payroll, and handling intercompany transactions. You will work to head office deadlines and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial data and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
* Preparation of Monthly Financial Accounts: Prepare monthly financial statements up to trial balance, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
* Head Office Reporting Deadlines: Meet head office deadlines for financial reporting.
* Nominal Account Reconciliations: Perform regular reconciliations of nominal accounts.
* Journal Entries: Prepare and post journals including accruals and prepayments.
* Intercompany Transactions: Process intercompany recharges and perform intercompany reconciliations.
* VAT Returns: Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly VAT returns in compliance with UK and Irish regulations.
* Ledger Management: Close sales and purchase ledgers at month-end, ensuring all entries are accurate.
* Credit Control: Manage credit control, ensuring prompt payments from customers.
* Payments and Transfers: Raise payments and intercompany transfers as necessary.
* Banking and Card Payments: Post banking transactions and card payments accurately.
* Payroll Processing: Administer UK and Irish payroll, ensuring compliance with tax and employment laws.
* Expenses Processing: Process employee expenses in accordance with company policies.
* Pension & PAYE/NIC Payments: Ensure the timely processing of pension contributions and PAYE/NIC payments.
* Ad-Hoc Administrative Duties: Assist with ad-hoc administrative tasks as required by the finance team.
What You'll Need:
* Qualifications:
o Part-qualified or fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
o Relevant accounting degree or equivalent experience in a similar role.
* Experience:
o Proven experience in an accounting role, including preparation of financial accounts, journal entries, and VAT returns.
o Experience with payroll processing (both UK and Ireland).
o Familiarity with intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
o Previous experience in credit control and expense processing.
* Skills:
o Strong understanding of financial regulations and accounting principles.
o Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks).
o Advanced Excel skills.
o Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
o Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
o Excellent communication skills and a collaborative work ethic.
To Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications for this role.
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