Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentaries
• Support all month end processes ensuring that the management accounts are accurate and completed in accordance with the timetable
• Ensure that the Divisional and Central Teams are aware of significant variances from budget / forecast as they arise or are foreseen in order that appropriate action can be taken on a timely basis
• Preparation of the monthly accruals and prepayments schedules
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Preparation of all supporting information on all key expenditure
• Prepare supporting schedules as required for statutory reports and tax returns
• Actively participate in ad-hoc projects within the business - e.g. capital expenditure
• Maintain effective relations with the business by ensuring all queries are dealt with promptly and efficiently
• Timely preparation of monthly management and board reports
• Drive process improvements and create a strong control environment
• Preparation of monthly management accounts to agreed timetables
• Accuracy and timeliness of reported information, supporting data and calculations

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience of working on month end accounting Studying towards an accountancy qualification Strong excel skills (VLOOKUPs and pivot tables) Large financial systems experience desirable Keen eye for detail Strong communication skills are essential