Jackson Hogg is delighted to be partnered with a leading manufacturing client in Cramlington on the appointment of a Financial Accountant. Key Responsibilities: * Month-End Tasks: Executing timely and accurate month-end closing procedures, including journal entries, reconciliations, and analysis, to ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. * Group Reporting: Contributing to the preparation and submission of financial data for group reporting, ensuring consistency and compliance with international accounting frameworks and Group standards. * VAT Preparation: Preparing and submitting accurate VAT returns, as well as reconciling Postponed VAT entries, ensuring correct accounting treatment, full compliance with legislation and minimising financial risk for the company. * Cash Flow Management: Assisting in the monitoring and forecasting of cash flow, providing insights and support to optimize the company’s liquidity and financial health. * Transfer Pricing Documentation: Supporting the preparation and maintenance of transfer pricing documentation, ensuring intercompany transactions are compliant with internal controls and tax regulations. * Treasury Operations: Assisting with treasury activities, including bank reconciliations, managing foreign exchange transactions, and supporting cash management initiatives. Qualifications and Experience: * Qualified or part-qualified (CIMA / ACCA) or an equivalent professional accounting qualification. * Proven experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably within a corporate or manufacturing environment, demonstrating a solid understanding of financial principles and practices. Skills and Competencies: * Essential experience and strong understanding of VAT preparation * SAP Proficiency * Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all financial reporting and data entry * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to interpret financial data and identify discrepancies or areas for improvement