Accountant (IAS 17)

Project People; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment service provider is seeking an Associate Accountant in Reading to manage financial analysis and accounting processes for retail properties. The role involves conducting audits, gathering data, and supporting budget holders, with a focus on continuous improvement. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, strong Excel skills, and experience in accounting. The position offers a hybrid work model and a 6-month contract.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an accounting function.
• Ability to gather and analyze data independently.
• Strong verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and support audit activities.
• Record corporate transactions according to accounting principles.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Strong Excel & IT skills

Education

University Degree or Equivalent

Relevant financial qualifications (preferred)

Job description

• Associate Accountant - Retail Property (IAS 17)
• 6 month Day Rate Contract
• Reading | Hybrid
• Start date: ASAP
• You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship

You will be responsible for accurate accounting of the monthly property costs for all of the company's retail stores, associated reporting & analysis, and balance sheet reconciliation. Once you have identified and understood the balance sheet variances, you will organise and run monthly meetings working closely with your stakeholder and the outsourced payments provider to agree an action plan to resolve these variances and common issues that have arisen.

Job Purpose

Support the delivery of an effective financial accounting, control and/or reporting service by conducting assigned financial analysis and reporting activities and tasks. Apply accounting principles and procedures to analyse and prepare accurate financial information and work with internal and external stakeholders effectively to support the achievement of business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Analysis: Apply established procedures to manage routine functional inquiries, ensuring accurate financial analysis.
• Audit Support: Provide analytical support by conducting prescribed audit activities using existing procedures.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Independently gather and analyze data using predetermined tools, methods, and formats.
• Financial Accounting: Work with guidance to classify, measure, and record corporate transactions according to financial accounting principles.
• Verbal Communication: Use clear and effective communication skills, with guidance, to express ideas, request actions, and develop plans or policies.
• Process Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accounting processes.
• Project Support: Assist the team in various one-off projects, contributing to broader business objectives.
• Stakeholder Interaction: Work closely with budget holders in the commercial team, providing input and support during the budgeting process.

Experience

• University (Degree) or Equivalent
• Relevant financial qualifications- preferred
• Experience working in an accounting function
• Strong Excel & IT skills
• Strong numerical and analytical skills

Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.