Cala Consulting is recruiting for a newly qualified Accountant on behalf of their client, a successful manufacturing company based in Bangor.
The Role
The ideal candidate will play a key role in the production of accurate financial information, supporting month‑end and year‑end processes, statutory reporting, and business decision‑making. This role would suit a recently qualified accountant seeking to develop commercial and technical accounting experience within an industry environment and work within a finance team. This role is 35 hours per week, based in their offices in Bangor. They offer an early finish on a Friday and flexitime is also available.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and review monthly management accounts
* Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities
* Assist with the preparation for audits and liaise with auditors as required
* Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data
* Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies
* Contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives within the finance department
* Provide financial support and advice to other departments within the business
* Assist with grant funding applications
* Ensure compliance with US sales tax regulations
* Ensure compliance with EU VAT regulations
* Assist with HMRC audits
* Prepare financial data for US statutory filings
* Develop and maintain interdepartmental relationships
Essential Skills And Experience
* High level of integrity and professionalism
* Excellent attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
* Effective communication and interpersonal abilities, both written and verbal
* Strong IT capability, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to manage competing deadlines
Essential Criteria
* ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (final stage students may be considered)
* Recent practice or industry experience
* Strong understanding of financial reporting and internal controls
* Experience of month-end processes xlqdzyr and reconciliations
* Strong analytical, reporting and Microsoft Office skills
* High level of integrity and professionalism
* Excellent attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
* Effective communication and interpersonal abilities, both written and verbal
* Strong IT capability, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to manage competing deadlines
Benefits
* Flexitime policy
* Reward Gateway discount scheme
* Staff Discount Scheme
* Annual leave increasing in line with length of service
* Electric Vehicle charging ports
* Free onsite parking
#J-18808-Ljbffr