Job Description

In this all encompassing role, you will be responsible for providing the accurate and timely execution of general accounting, period end closing and reporting activities delivering information to the wider finance community in line with defined reporting protocols.

Main duties:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts for multiple entities with variance analysis
• Consolidation of Group accounts
• Preparation of month-end journals applying knowledge of financial and management accounting
• Ensuring the smooth running of all daily finance demands
• Managing VAT returns and monthly payroll
• Preparation of Group tax packs
• Liaising with auditors at year-end
• Identify and action process improvement initiatives and opportunities
• Developing new finance packs and procedures
• Support with projects as and when they arise
• Communicating finance matters to non-finance staff
• Management and delegation of a small team

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) - QBE may be considered • Good knowledge of core financial systems and general accounting procedures • Knowledge and experience in the application of accounting standards and statutory accounting • Ability to work unsupervised and deliver high quality work to tight deadlines • Strong ability to bring about change and make improvements • Proficient in MS Office applications (particularly Excel and MS Power BI) • ERP software experience (e.g. Navision, Microsoft Business Central or similar)