Accountant

Page Personnel; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Page Personnel in the United Kingdom is seeking an Accountant to maintain accurate financial records and support month-end close in a manufacturing environment. You will reconcile accounts and assist in budgeting and forecasting, processing invoices, and ensuring tax compliance.

The role requires strong Excel and accounting software skills, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines while communicating financial insights across departments.

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified in accountancy (ACCA/CIMA/ACA).
• Experience in financial reporting and analysis in industrial/manufacturing sector.
• Experience or involvement in P&L.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Reconcile accounts and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Review and process invoices, payments, and expense reports.
• Monitor financial transactions and report discrepancies.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and assist in audits.

Skills

Financial reporting

P&L involvement

Accounting principles & standards

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

A company within the industrial and manufacturing sector based in the UK.

Job Description

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Reconcile accounts and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Review and process invoices, payments, and expense reports.
• Monitor financial transactions and report discrepancies.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and assist in audits.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Accountant should have:

• A qualification or part-qualification in accountancy (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
• Experience in financial reporting and analysis within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Experience or Involvement in P&L.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards.
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

What's on Offer

• Salary ranging from £34,000 to £36,500, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position within the industrial and manufacturing sector.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.