Financial Accountant

Broster Buchanan; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Broster Buchanan's client in Biggleswade is recruiting a Financial Accountant to join the finance team in a well-established, market-leading business. The role offers a supportive, fast-paced environment with opportunities to develop and advance within the finance function.

You will support treasury, VAT reporting, month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset control and capital expenditure, while ensuring accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Excel with advanced functions (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and ability to work across teams
• Experience with accounting software and financial reporting

Responsibilities

• Support treasury activities, VAT reporting and statutory reporting requirements
• Prepare and process monthly journals, accruals and prepayments
• Assist with month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register and capital expenditure
• Support internal and external audits with timely information
• Identify opportunities for process and system improvements
• Collaborate across the business to support financial objectives

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA or studying towards

Job description

Our client, a well-established and market-leading business based in Biggleswade, is currently seeking a Financial Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and detail-oriented finance professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the financial accounting team with treasury activities, VAT reporting, and statutory reporting requirements
• Prepare and process monthly journals, accruals, and prepayments
• Assist with month-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register
• Ensure investments and capital expenditure are approved and recorded in line with internal procedures
• Review and verify profit and loss entries to ensure accurate reporting of costs
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing accurate and timely informationAssist with financial control processes and reporting requirements across the finance function
• Support finance-related projects and system implementations when required
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process and system improvements
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to support operational and financial objectives
• Ensure all work is completed in line with company policies, compliance requirements, and health & safety standards

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a finance or accounting environment and be confident working with accounting systems and Excel.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a similar accounting or finance role
• ACCA/ACA/CIMA or studying towards an accounting qualification
• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
• Experience using accounting software
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Proactive approach with the ability to use initiative

Desirable

• Interest in progressing towards a professional accountancy qualification
• Experience supporting audits and month-end processes

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a large and reputable business
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Exposure to a varied and dynamic finance function