Contract Type: Regular About Autoglass ® and Laddaw ® We’re a recognised superbrand and we know where we’re going. We’re a business with direction and purpose and regardless of your role here, it’s about us all making a difference with real care. We never stand still. We’re relentless, innovative and ambitious, always looking to go further and improve, which creates a world where we need genuine and driven people to help us get there. Making a Difference Together. As a truly people focused business, we believe in promoting opportunities for all, welcoming people who share our passion for enabling exceptional customer experience. We’ll support you with fantastic tools and training in an atmosphere that encourages idea contribution and collaboration working with warm, friendly and real people. If this sounds like somewhere you’ll thrive, keep reading. Location: Hybrid / Bedford Salary: Competitive company performance related bonus up to 20%, private medical, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, competitive pension scheme We are looking for a qualified Financial Accountant to join us and play a pivotal part in delivering accurate, insightful financial reporting that drives strategic decisions. What You’ll Be Doing Uphold an environment that puts people’s health, wellbeing and safety and engagement at the forefront. Embed corporate social responsibility (CSR) into yours and your teams’ ways of working. Responsible for technical accounting areas including hedge accounting, IFRS 16, IFRS 9 Completion of complex calculations of judgemental areas, ensuring we are adhering to both Group Accounting Policies and FRS 101 Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations with regards to both judgemental and technical accounting areas including provisions, IFRS 16 and IFRS 9 Preparation of the balance sheet, cashflow and working capital budgets/forecasts Assist with the improvement of balance sheet reconciliations including monthly analysis and commentary for senior management reporting Review work completed by the Assistant Financial Accountant, including reconciliations, journals and ONS submissions Provide Finance Business Partners with detailed analysis of P&L items regarding IFRS 16, FX and exceptional costs Ensure that Group Accounting Manuals are being followed by the Finance Team, including correct treatment of revenue vs capital expenditure. Deliver training where Group Accounting Manuals are not understood. Implement balance sheet analysis pack used for monthly reviews with the Finance Director (including a variance to prior year and analysis of risks and opportunities) Investigation and correction of balance sheet accounts, putting through corrective entries as appropriate Implement improvements to accounting processes eg. stock, FX, leases etc Liaise with the external and internal auditors and managing the external interim and year end audit Work together with the reporting & controls accountant to deliver strong internal and external audits, implementing improvements of any control deficiencies found as a result Execution of period end financial close cut off and routines including the completion and submission of reporting requirements to Belron® Group in accordance with Group reporting deadlines and procedures Coach and develop direct report (one direct report) in line with organisational goals Assist in the implementation and rollout of our transformation programme, specifically with regards to leasing and control What We’re Looking For Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with post-qualification experience. Experience in Practice is highly desirable. Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP standards. Proven experience working with internal and external auditors. Detail-oriented with the ability to meet strict deadlines. Advanced Excel and Word skills. Understanding of VAT and CT regulations. Key stakeholders Our Customers, Our People, Society and Financial (fit for growth) are our key stakeholders as a business. The specific key stakeholders for this role are: UK Financial Reporting Manager and UK Financial Controller Finance Business Partnering and Management Accounts team Group functions including Finance, Tax, Treasury, Company Secretarial, Risk and Assurance. Head of Finance – Commercial and Planning External stakeholders Accessibility: We make every effort to make our web presence accessible t o all. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, we’ll provide reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance in the application/hiring process. For assistance, contact us at recruitment@belronuk.com .