Accountant

Michael Page; Worthing; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% bonus

Free parking on site

Overseas opportunity

Job summary

Michael Page, based in Worthing, seeks an Accountant to handle day-to-day financial tasks in the retail sector, manage budgets, prepare reports and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will reconcile accounts, oversee month-end and year-end processes, and collaborate with other departments to monitor financial performance.

The role offers a salary of £55-65k with a 10% bonus, free parking on site, and scope to work overseas.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in accounting principles and practices.
• Experience in the retail industry.
• Proficiency with financial software and tools.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Ability to analyse data and provide actionable insights.
• Familiarity with tax regulations and compliance standards.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage budgets and forecasts, providing insights for decision‑making.
• Reconcile accounts and oversee month-end and year-end processes.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments to monitor financial performance.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and information.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and recommend improvements.
• Maintain accurate financial records and systems.

Job description

As an Accountant in the retail industry, you'll handle the day-to-day financial tasks that keep the business running smoothly. Based in Worthing, you'll play a key role in managing budgets, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

A company within the retail industry located in Worthing.

Description

• Prepare and review financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage budgets and forecasts, providing insights for decision‑making.
• Reconcile accounts and oversee month‑end and year‑end processes.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments to monitor financial performance.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and information.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and recommend improvements.
• Maintain accurate financial records and systems.

Profile

A successful Accountant should have:

• A strong foundation in accounting principles and practices.
• Experience working within the retail industry.
• Proficiency with financial software and tools.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks.
• The ability to analyse data and provide actionable insights.
• Familiarity with tax regulations and compliance standards.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Job Offer

• Salary between £55,000 and £65,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• 10% bonus based on performance.
• Free parking on site.
• Opportunity to work overseas.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.