Accountant - Commodities Trading

Handpicked Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational commodities trading group in Central London is seeking a part-qualified Accountant to join their finance team. The role involves monthly consolidations, VAT returns, and supporting audit documentation. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience and be proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in commodities trading.
• Minimum part-qualified accountant or equivalent.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly consolidation of four UK entities.
• Prepare and submit UK VAT returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Support the preparation of annual statutory accounts and audit documentation.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Part-qualified accountant or equivalent

Job description

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Specialist in recruiting qualified & non-qualified finance personnel

Location: Central London (100% office based)

Our client, a multinational commodities trading group headquartered in London with operations across the globe, is currently seeking a technically adept, part-qualified Accountant to join their finance team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the monthly consolidation of four UK entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and submit UK VAT returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Process accruals and prepayments and maintain supporting schedules.
• Support the preparation of annual statutory accounts and audit documentation.
• Reconcile intercompany balances and ensure consistent treatment across entities.
• Assist in improving and automating consolidation and reporting processes.
• Collaborate with external auditors and provide necessary documentation.
• Support systems and process development initiatives across the finance function.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the commodities trading industry.
• Minimum part-qualified accountant or equivalent.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Accounting, Securities and Commodity Exchanges, Maritime Transportation