Accountant

ICAEW; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking on-site

Study package for finance qualific.

Flexible working hours

Discretionary bonus scheme

Income protection

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance

Private health care

Free bus travel

Holiday buy scheme

Job summary

Hays Accountancy & Finance are exclusively recruiting for an Accountant on a permanent basis to join a rapidly growing financial services group based on the outskirts of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. A varied finance role reporting directly to the Accounting Manager to deliver accounting processes across ledgers, reporting, statutory/regulatory returns & management accounting.

You will support audits, ensure robust controls & compliance, along with being involved in continuous improvements to the

Qualifications

• To be considered for this varied Accountant role, you will have experience in a similar position.
• ACCA/CIMA/ACA part-qualified or qualified by experience is acceptable.
• You will be proficient with MS Excel and accounting software and able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management accounts and statutory returns.
• Consolidate financial reports and maintain accounting records.
• Reconcile ledgers and review journals; approve payments and monitor cash.

Skills

MS Excel

Financial systems

Communication

Teamwork

Deadline management

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA (part-qualified or QBE)

Job description

Your new company

Hays Accountancy & Finance are exclusively recruiting for an Accountant on a permanent basis to join a rapidly growing & successful financial services group based on the outskirts of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. A varied finance role reporting directly to the Accounting Manager to deliver accounting processes across ledgers, reporting, statutory/regulatory returns & management accounting. You will support audits, ensure robust controls & compliance, along with being involved in continuous improvements to the accounting function. This hands‑on role will offer remote/office hybrid working of 2 days on-site, 3 days remote once settled in, along with competitive benefits. Open to part-qualified/qualified accountants or candidates qualified by experience. Study package on offer for CIMA/ACCA/ACA if required.

Your new role

Your key duties will involve preparation of management accounts, consolidation of financial reports and statutory returns. You will prepare statutory accounts, maintain accounting records, reconciliations of ledgers and prepare/review journals. You will approve payments, monitor cash movement and balances, process payroll when required, along with ensuring controls are as required. You will assist with audit preparation, liaise with regulatory bodies and auditors, along with supporting process improvement and regulatory changes. You will support complex financial query resolution, support senior management with training/development of the accounting team, along with being involved in any ad‑hoc financial projects.

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered for this varied Accountant role, you will need experience in a similar position, part-qualified/qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA or qualified by experience. You will have key MS Excel skills, experienced in a range of financial systems while being adaptable to business needs. Experience preparing management accounts, annual reports and financial statements, with a customer-focused approach. You will be able to manage workloads to meet deadlines, have strong problem-solving skills and be a team player who can also use their own initiative. You will have key communication skills to build both internal and external relationships at all levels. Experience within the insurance or financial services sectors with knowledge of regulatory returns would be advantageous but not essential.

What you'll get in return

This varied accountant role offers a salary between £45,000 - £50,000 per annum (dependable on experience), based on the outskirts of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. The position offers remote/office hybrid working of 2 days on-site, 3 days remote once settled in, parking provided on-site, study package for finance qualification if applicable, flexible working hours, discretionary bonus scheme, income protection, enhanced pension contributions, life assurance, private health care, free bus travel if applicable, a holiday buy scheme & further organisational benefit. A great opportunity to join a rapidly growing & successful financial services group where you can really add value within a fast-paced environment.