Produce timely and reliable monthly management accounts to tight deadlines.
Identify and investigate variances against benchmarks, provide analysis of differences, and explore potential problems with non-financial department heads.
Take the lead on various projects, including new international accounting policies, intercompany trading, process and system improvements.
Update Excel-based reconciliation ,support packs for all Balance Sheet accounts.
Prepare quarterly VAT returns, European Sales Listings and Corporation tax packs.
Support and challenge the business heads with the Group's Quarterly Strategic Review process (forecasting).
Deliver information packs to the auditors and meet the needs of the statutory audit process.
Prepare periodic financial statements and supporting schedules, tax computations and cash flow forecasts.
Interpret and communicate financial data to non-financial managers, advise on the business impact and make appropriate recommendations.
Involvement in on-going process development and transformation projects to improve business efficiency and profitability.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
CIMA/ACCA/ACA part qualified or QBE
Strong month end experience
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong excel skills are a must as well as experience of Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to self-motivate and work toward deadlines with limited supervision.
The ability to work to tight deadlines, under pressure to produce accurate and complete results