Accountant

Michael Page; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing business in Leicester is seeking an experienced Accountant to prepare monthly accounts and assist with VAT returns. This role requires someone in the latter stages of their ACCA/CIMA qualifications, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial software. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail. The position offers competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £45,000

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Permanent position providing job security

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Be at the latter stages of their ACCA/CIMA qualification.
• Proven experience in financial reporting and analysis within the manufacturing sector.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit timely monthly accounts.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns.
• Prepare year-end statutory financial accounts.

Skills

Financial reporting and analysis

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

At latter stages of ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Financial software

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for an Accountant to play a key role within this Manufacturing business. Based in Leicester, the role requires someone who is at the latter stages of their ACCA or CIMA qualifications with experience preparing month end accounts.

Client Details

The company operates within the manufacturing sector and is recognised as a medium-sized business. Please note, this role is 5 days on site.

Description

The Accountant's duties will include:

• Preparing and submitting timely monthly accounts, including monthly reviews, various journal entries and corrections.
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts.
• Assist in the preparation & submission of accurate and timely VAT returns.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end statutory financial accounts.
• Any ad hoc duties as required.

Profile

A successful Accountant should have:

• Be at the latter stages of their ACCA/CIMA qualification.
• Proven experience in financial reporting and analysis within the manufacturing sector.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for financial improvements.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary up to £45,000.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Permanent position offering job security and career development opportunities.
• Be part of a supportive and professional team in Leicester.
• Opportunity to work within the thriving industrial/manufacturing sector