Job Description

You will assist with maintaining robust internal controls while preparing and monitoring balance sheet. You will be preparing VAT returns and developing your knowledge to comply with the VAT Legislation, with an aim to become the subject matter specialist.

Responsibilities

• Month end, quarterly and annual processes for Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Cash Book, and general ledger in the finance system.
• Prepare accruals and prepayment schedules in conjunction with the Finance Business Partner’s team.
• Prepare journals for loading into the General Ledger.
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations for the assigned codes.
• Maintain and update the Fixed/Intangible Asset registers and depreciation schedules.
• Support the preparation of the annual review, financial statements and associated returns.
• Ensure employees are aware and adhere to our financial policies and procedures and delegated authority.
• Responsible for maintaining processes and procedures relating to VAT, reviewing VAT transactions, and preparing VAT returns.
• Assist the Financial Accountant in maintaining appropriate internal controls over financial and management information.

What can we offer you?

• Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
• Interest-free loan to help you buy season tickets for buses and trains
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Subsidized eye test & flu jabs
• Life assurance scheme
• Give as you earn scheme
• Enhanced family and sick pay
• Recognition Scheme
• Discounts portal to numerous retailers

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Partially qualified accountant of one of the professional bodies (CCAB or CIMA or AAT), with practical time served.
• Solid financial and management accounting skills and considerable experience in supporting financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel User, comfortable in utilizing v-lookups, sum-ifs, and pivot tables.
• Excellent organizational skills and experience of working under tight deadlines.
• Expert user of the finance system.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.