Senior Accountant
Location: Daventry (Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 remote)
Contract: 6-9 Months Temporary
Hours: Full-Time
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a well-established finance team based at our clients UK Logistics Centre in Daventry. This is a 6-9 month Temporary contract opportunity to cover a leave of absence, offering a hybrid working pattern.
This role would suit a technically strong accountant with solid inventory and costing experience, ideally gained within a logistics, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
The Role
Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will be responsible for maintaining the general ledger, supporting financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and internal control frameworks.
Key duties include:
Preparing and posting general ledger journals
Performing balance sheet reconciliations
Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
Producing P&L and balance sheet reports
Inventory and costing accounting
Investigating and analysing financial variances
Supporting internal and external audit queries (including SOX where applicable)
Reviewing and improving financial controls and processes
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified (or equivalent)
Strong accounting fundamentals
Experience managing month-end close
Proven experience in inventory accounting and costing
Strong balance sheet reconciliation skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability
Strong communication skills and the ability to partner with stakeholders
Experience with systems accounting or ERP systems within an operational environment would be highly advantageous.
You will be working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday with an immediate start.
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