Job Description
A leading organisation is seeking a Qualified Financial Accounting Manager to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of UK entities, including a large multi-divisional trading entity and various holding and finance entities. This role offers a broad scope across statutory accounting, financial reporting, and operational excellence. This is a 9-12 month interim role initially.
Client Details
Large and complex Sittingbourne based organisation, highly successful in their field.
Description
* Lead statutory accounting processes, including audit planning and governance.
* Review statutory accounts and resolve related issues.
* Provide technical accounting support in areas such as:
o Share-based payments
o Impairment assessments
o Revenue recognition
o Lease accounting
o IFRS disclosures
* Ensure strong financial controls across all areas of responsibility.
* Manage monthly divisional performance reporting and respond to ad hoc queries.
* Oversee planning and forecasting for UK entities and other supported departments.
* Support month-end and year-end close activities.
* Initiate intercompany recharges in line with transfer pricing policies.
* Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence within the accounting team.
Profile
* Must be ACA or ACCA qualified accountant.
* Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102) and IFRS (FRS101).
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting and tax issues to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
* Previous audit experience is essential - a background within a Top 4 / mid-tier Accounting practice would be very very beneficial due to the complexities of the role.
Job Offer
* A competitive salary up to £75,000
* A discretionary bonus on completion of contract
* Hybrid working - 2 days from the office and 3 from home
* The possibility of a permanent role for the right candidate
* The opportunity to work for a supportive company in a professional environment