Financial Reporting Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

• Join a growing, private equity backed business
• Reporting into a strong Financial Controller who will act as a mentor

About Our Client

My client is a growing, Private Equity backed business that is looking to double in size over the next 3 years. They are currently turning over circa £10 million and have a wealth of experience in the business from other key players in their specific field.

Job Description

• Support with the timely and accurate preparation and review of the monthly reporting
• Provide accurate balance sheet reviews with explanations around key variances month to month
• Take on transformational projects sponsored by the CEO and CFO and work with them directly on the process
• Prepare and review the monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Conduct 13-week rolling cash flow forecasting, and communicate the weekly cash flow forecast to the CFO and Commercial Director
• Liaise with the tax advisors to review and support timely filing of annual tax returns
• Support the Financial Controller with the year-end audit process and other statutory/regulatory requirements
• Work closely with the Financial Controller developing and documenting scalable finance processes and controls, driving efficiencies within the Finance team and reducing reporting timelines
• Support the Financial Controller with the implementation of a new ERP/Finance system within the next 12 months
• Collaborate with the Financial Controller to help drive efficiencies in spend across the Group entities

The Successful Applicant

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA)
• This role would suit a 1st time mover from Practice
• Up to date knowledge of technical accounting including FRS102
• Proactive self-starter
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written and proven team management capability
• IT literate with strong ability using Microsoft Excel

What's on Offer

A competitive salary, an opportunity to work with a strong Financial Controller in a growing business that will ultimately offer strong career progression.