Financial Accountant

Liebherr Great Britain; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Liebherr-Great Britain Ltd. in Biggleswade is seeking a Financial Accountant to produce accurate monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual reports and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across the group.

The role supports tax, VAT and statutory reporting, manages treasury activities, and contributes to business decisions with timely financial information. Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar financial accounting role for at least 3 years.
• Strong Excel skills including lookups and pivot tables.
• Proficient with accounting software and financial systems.
• Able to work effectively in a pressurised environment.
• Knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting practices.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual financial reports.
• Support tax, VAT, regulatory reporting and treasury management.
• Maintain rolling cash flow forecasts and monitor bank reconciliation.
• Ensure accuracy of balance sheets and asset registers.
• Assist internal and external audits and provide timely information.
• Provide management information to support business decisions.

Skills

Excel advanced

Accounting software

Education

AAT Level 4 Qualification

Job description

Financial AccountantBiggleswade

A vacancy has arisen within our Finance department based in Biggleswade for a Financial Accountant.

The role contributes to the success and profitability of Liebherr-Great Britain and Liebherr-Construction Equipment Ireland by producing accurate monthly, quarterly, half yearly and annual financial reports. Ensuring that all financial practices are within the framework for regulatory compliance whilst ensuring outstanding customer service at all times and working within the Company’s key result areas; Business Performance, Customer Focus, People and Teamwork, Leadership.

Your Responsibilities

• Supporting Financial Management with corporate tax, VAT and all Liebherr International and statutory reporting
• Reporting monthly Profit and Loss and Balance sheet information to the Liebherr Group (KON)
• Monitoring and control of Treasury, including analysis of incoming and outgoing payments, planned payments and bank reconciliation
• Ensuring foreign exchange risk is managed through the use of hedging
• Reviewing and monitors foreign exchange outcomes
• Producing monthly rolling and long-term cash flow forecasts in line with Liebherr International deadlines
• Ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded in line with Liebherr International policy and IFRS
• Reconciling allocated balance sheet accounts accurately on a monthly basis
• Assisting with the internal and external audit process, providing information in a timely manner
• Managing and maintains the fixed asset register, including all acquisitions and disposals
• Producing, processing and monitoring the Liebherr Investment Process (LIP)
• Ensuring submission of Office for National Statistics (ONS) data is completed in accordance with set deadlines
• Assisting Financial Management with the maintenance and development of the company Internal Controls System (IKS)
• Ensuring completion of Transfer Pricing in line with Liebherr International policy and structure
• Providing assistance and support to other Liebherr-Great Britain accounting and administration employees
• Building effective relationships with both Liebherr-Great Britain employees and affiliated companies, including the parent company, supporting the company objectives through the timely delivery of reports and associated information
• Maintaining a reputable reputation by ensuring that all financial matters are legally compliant
• Supporting other employees in the business to ensure that Liebherr-Great Britain achieves its targets
• Providing management information to facilitate informed business decisions
• Alerting senior management to any issues / errors discovered in a timely manner
• Identifying any improvements to systems that are required and communicate them to senior management with suggested solutions

Your Profile

• Experience in a similar financial accounting role for a minimum of 3 years
• AAT Level 4 Qualification or equivalent
• Ability to use excel at intermediate to high level (to include look ups and pivot tables).
• Able to demonstrate ability to work effectively in a pressurised environment.
• Experienced with accounting software.

What we are offering

• The opportunity to work with an industry-leading manufacturer.
• Secure and progressive work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Training and personal development

If you have any questions, please contact Aleksandra Szczepanska.

One Passion. Many Opportunities.

Job ID 82877 Division Liebherr International Company Liebherr-Great Britain Ltd. Area of employment Accounting / Finance / Controlling Country United Kingdom Entry level Professionals Type of contract full time

The company

Liebherr-Great Britain Ltd. belongs to the Liebherr Group of Companies and is responsible for sales- and servicing of Liebherr's products throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Location

Normandy Lane

SG18 8QB Biggleswade

United Kingdom

Contact

Aleksandra Szczepanska