Contract Accountant

TN United Kingdom; Worksop; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Contract Accountant to join their Finance team in Worksop. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to manage a portfolio of contracts, lead forecasting and reporting, and produce monthly management accounts. The company values integrity and collaboration, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. With attractive benefits including 5 weeks of annual leave, flexible holiday schemes, and training support, this position is perfect for motivated individuals looking to make an impact in the finance sector. If you're ready to contribute to a dynamic team, this is the role for you.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave

Flexible holiday schemes

Contribution-based pension

Life Assurance

Recognition awards

Training and study support

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Matched fundraising initiative

Qualifications

• Working towards a recognized accounting qualification.
• Proficiency in Excel and Google Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Produce management accounts for key contracts.
• Manage relationships with Business Partners and Operational Managers.
• Provide timely management reports and financial models.

Skills

Accounting Qualification

Excel Proficiency

Google Office Suite

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Self-Motivation

Presentation Skills

Education

Degree-level Education

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent, full-time Contract Accountant to join the Finance team based in Worksop. The role involves managing a portfolio of contracts, leading forecasting and reporting, and completing monthly management accounts with performance analysis.

In return, we offer 5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible holiday schemes, a contribution-based pension, Life Assurance, recognition awards, training and study support, employee discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a matched fundraising initiative.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

1. Produce management accounts for key contracts following set processes and procedures.
2. Maintain relevant balance sheet accounts and ensure compliance with Financial Standards.
3. Manage relationships with Business Partners and Operational Managers.
4. Ensure accurate contract P+L statements and support monthly forecasting with Operational Managers.
5. Provide timely management reports and financial models supporting contract profitability.
6. Handle ad hoc analysis requests to support business decision-making.
7. Implement contract controls for accurate accounting.
8. Drive efficiencies and profit improvement plans.
9. Travel to client sites as needed to collaborate with Operational Managers.
10. Assist in identifying business risks and opportunities.
11. Ensure proper reporting and accounting for contract lifecycle obligations.
12. Adhere to stewardship, financial models, and quarterly review requirements.
13. Build relationships, demonstrate integrity, agility, and reliability, and show respect to colleagues.

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

1. Working towards a recognized accounting qualification.
2. Ability to collaborate with non-finance staff.
3. Proficiency in Excel and Google Office Suite.
4. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects under pressure.
5. Enthusiasm and motivation to succeed and motivate others.
6. Conscientious, self-motivated, and flexible.
7. Excellent communication, written, and presentation skills.
8. Strong ethical and professional values.

Desirable Skills and Knowledge:

• Degree-level education.

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The successful candidate will need to provide original documentation for screening, including passport, driver’s license, recent utility bill, HMRC letter, bank statements, payslip, birth certificate, or share code.

G4S, acquired by Allied Universal in 2021, is a global security leader with approximately 800,000 employees worldwide, operating across multiple sectors and providing innovative security solutions. Our UK operations support local communities with a wide network of offices and over 32,000 employees.

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