Accountant

Cubic Corporation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their finance team. This role focuses on general ledger accounting, monthly close processes, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. You will prepare financial statements, contribute to budgets, and collaborate with various teams to deliver accurate financial information. The company is committed to innovation and service, providing a dynamic environment for personal and professional growth. If you are a part-qualified accountant with a passion for finance and a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant actively studying ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
• Experience in management accounting or public accounting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post non-standard journal entries and financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and assist in audits.

Skills

Management Accounting

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting

Excel

Attention to Detail

Accounting Software Proficiency

Education

Part-Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Blackline

Job description

Business Unit:

Cubic Transportation Systems

Company Details:

When you join Cubic, you become part of a company that creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation to make people's lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities to help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation. Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global issues through innovation and service to our customers and partners.

We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD). Explore more on Cubic.com.

Job Details:

Job Summary: This role will be responsible for general ledger accounting, monthly close and/or entity accounting processes with a focus on quality and continuous improvement. This position typically works under supervision and direction.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares and posts non-standard journal entries.
• Perform FICO reconciliations and work with cost accountants on resolving differences.
• Prepares monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Contributes to the annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Assists in the preparation of statutory financial statements.
• Prepares account analyses for management and internal/external auditors.
• Compiles and analyzes financial information including monthly overhead and balance sheet reviews.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls.
• May collaborate with other teams to ensure accurate financial information and compliance with regulations.
• May be assigned special projects.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Qualifications

Essential:

• Part-Qualified Accountant. Actively studying ACA/ACCA/CIMA.

Skills/Experience/Knowledge

Essential:

• Experience in management accounting in commerce and industry or public accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of month end processes - journal entry, reconciliations, prepayments and accruals.
• Computer literate and Advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel, management and external auditors.
• Strong attention to detail and proficiency in accounting software.

Desirable:

• Previous SAP experience (including Blackline).
• Exposure to foreign currency transactions and consolidations.

Worker Type:

Employee