Simpson Judge is delighted to be partnering with an organisation in Macclesfield who are looking to appoint an experienced Group Financial Accountant into their small but very friendly team. This is a key role within the organisation and will require the successful candidate to take sole responsibility of all aspects of accounting for two groups of Companies, with the support of an Accounts Assistant/Administrator. This will suit someone ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, with hands on, broad experience within an SME.
Responsibilities:
Preparation of Financial Statements and supporting notes for Annual reporting
Preparation of the statutory accounts including supporting schedules and analysis for Audit
Reconciliation of balance sheet control accounts
Preparation of the annual Budgets
Ensuring the accurate posting of all relevant transactions
Preparation and production of Management Accounts, including supporting analysis, budget re-forecasts and commentary
Preparation of Interim Accounts and supporting notes at half-year
Preparation of financial data and supporting documents to enable production of Overseas tax returns and UK Corporation Tax returns
Submission of ERS data to HMRC
Preparation of UK Annual Tax returns for multiple companies
Submission VAT/GST Returns in the UK and Overseas
Raising inter-company invoices
Maintaining small fixed asset and depreciation register
Responsibility for the Payroll, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations, including collecting and analysing timesheet information
Reconciliation of bank and cash accounts
Requirements:
ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified
Experience operating at a similar level in an SME
Experience with international, multi-currency foreign exchange accounting, including IFRS and tax
Familiar with consolidations of international subsidiaries and preparation of statutory accounts
A proven track record of managing complex financial projects and ensuring regulatory compliance
Demonstrated success in process improvement and change management
Advanced Excel skills
Sage 50 experience
IRIS Payroll experience desired but not essential
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary up to £65,000 p.a. dependent on experience
Free secure onsite parking
22 days holiday, plus bank holidays, plus Christmas closure
Matched pension contribution, with the option to utilise a SIPP if preferred
Really supportive and personable team
The right to work in the UK without expiry is essential here, as my client is unable to provide sponsorship. This is a fully onsite role, so only candidates within a commutable distance to Macclesfield can be considered