Job Description

The Role:

• Responsibility for all aspects of fixed asset (Cap-Ex) accounting at Rexel UK
• To support the FAM in managing the review process of all balance sheet reconciliations each month including discussion of key points, risks & opps. with the Head of FC and CFO, and to manage the balance sheet reconciliation preparation process within the team, ensuring that all recs. are prepared on time and to a good standard
• Responsibility for the Group FCF forecasts and reconciliations, working alongside AP, AR and Cashiers and then reporting this on a monthly basis to the Head of FC and FP&A, including explanations for variances e.g. nTWC
• Responsibility for the reporting of financial information to Group (incl. FTE analysis), HMRC, and the Office of National Statistics
• To lead on the production of statutory accounts in accordance with prescribed standards and deadlines
• To support the FAM in preparing corporate tax computations (using external tax advisor), tax strategy document and transfer pricing document
• To routinely maintain and update (where relevant) internal controls and relevant documentation
• To manage the day to day process with the internal and external audit including the communication of findings to Head of FC and CFO
• To support the FAM in managing the preparation and revision to the Internal Delegated Authority Limit document
• To support the FAM in managing the review of changes in accounting policies as requested by Group
• To challenge and advise the wider business on accounting policies and treatments.
• Ensure compliance with Rexel Group and Rexel UK internal accounting and reporting rules and processes

The Person:

• Qualified ACA/ACCA with experience of working within a similar role
• Experience of financial reporting and compliance
• Experience of preparation of statutory accounts, tax and VAT returns
• Experience working within a similar sized organisation (desirable)
• Contact with auditors and HMRC (desirable).
• Audit background (desirable)
• Experience of conversion of statutory accounts from UK GAAP to IFRS basis.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Good analytical skills IFRS/FRS102 knowledge, e.g. IFRS16 Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) – would suit someone looking for their first move into Industry All MS Office packages. Strong Excel skills. Some experience of using accounting software packages (desirable). Able to manage in a dynamic finance environment with ongoing change.