Financial Accountant

Robert Walters UK; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Financial Accountant based in Birmingham. This hybrid position offers a salary range of £50,000 to £60,000 per annum. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Group's financial information and leading the VAT return process. Applicants should be ACA or ACCA qualified with proven communication skills and advanced Excel proficiency. This role presents an opportunity to thrive in a diverse environment and contribute to the Group's financial control agenda.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification is required.
• Proven communication and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced Excel skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the integrity of the Group's financial information through reconciliation.
• Deliver Group financial information accurately and timely.
• Lead the production of the Group VAT return.
• Coaching and supporting Assistant Accountants.
• Review work of junior team members.

Skills

Communication and relationship-building skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Robert Walters - Financial Accountant - Permanent - Hybrid - Birmingham - £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Our client, a leader in their market, is preparing to launch an exciting opportunity early next year for a Financial Accountant. We are starting the sourcing process ahead of time to identify top talent ready to take on a pivotal role in overseeing financial accounting processes, ensuring the integrity of the Group's general ledger, and delivering robust financial information. This is a fantastic chance to grow your career and thrive in a diverse and supportive environment that values unique contributions and rewards exceptional performance.

Key responsibilities of the Financial Accountant:

• Maintain the integrity of the Group's financial information through reconciliation and financial accounting activities.
• Deliver Group financial information on a timely and accurate basis.
• Lead the production of the Group VAT return.
• Act as a role model for the Assistant Accountants and provide coaching and skills development support.
• Support the Senior Accountant with review of junior team members' work.
• Contribute to Financial Control change agenda.
• Manage the preparation of subsidiary accounts for the group.
• Maintain effective working relationships with key internal providers.
• Drive continuous improvement within Group accounting.
• Ensure process documentation is maintained for all key processes in team.

Key essentials of the Financial Accountant:

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Proven communication and relationship-building skills
• Advanced Excel skills

At the Robert Walters Group, we endeavour to contact all candidates to register their details. However, due to the high number of applications we receive, if we have not reached out to you within 72 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.