Job Description
Are you a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise looking to step into a dynamic role within a global manufacturing business? Robert Half is exclusively recruiting a UK Financial Accountant (Maternity Cover) on behalf of a Doncaster-based company. This company is one of the largest operational entities within its group, generating annual revenues of £70-£80M and supplying products across international markets.
This role offers an outstanding opportunity to apply your financial expertise, supporting a well-respected organisation during a key period.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage financial controls and processes for head office R&D, laboratory, and administrative cost centres. This includes overseeing intercompany recharges across the Group and managing capital project finances.
* Prepare and deliver monthly management information and spend reports for Head Office cost centres.
* Lead the annual financial reporting process for eight UK trading and holding entities (two of which are actively trading) in full compliance with FRS101.
* Collaborate with external tax advisors to prepare UK tax computations, support R&D tax credit claims, and manage HMRC Group Payment arrangements.
* Assist the UK Financial Controller with external year-end audits, liaising with auditors and tax advisors to ensure full compliance.
* Provide support for the company's budgeting and mid-year forecasting processes, focusing on the UK Head Office and Holding Companies.
* Contribute to ad hoc finance projects to help deliver departmental and business-wide objectives.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience.
* Comprehensive knowledge of UK statutory reporting and FRS101 accounting standards.
* Solid understanding of financial systems, processes, and cash management.
* Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills, with the ability to transform complex data into actionable insights.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel expertise) and familiarity with ERP systems; prior experience with CCH Accounts Production software is desirable.
* Previous experience within the manufacturing sector is a plus but not essential.
Personal Attributes:
* Self-driven and results-focused, demonstrating a proactive and adaptable approach.
* Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines with quality output.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across teams and departments.
What's on Offer?
This is a maternity cover fixed-term contract (16 months) offering the chance to work with a progressive and industry-leading company. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the financial health of a key operational branch within a global organisation, gaining invaluable experience along the way. The role offers the opportunity to work from home a couple of days a week.
Start Date: Immediate availability preferred.
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