Financial Accountant

Michael Page; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Permanent position in Hertfordshire

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Financial Accountant for a property industry client based in Hertfordshire. You will prepare accurate and timely financial reports, maintain and reconcile general ledgers, and ensure compliance with regulations to keep finances on track.

The role emphasizes precision, reliability and timely delivery. The permanent position involves budgeting support, forecasting, and assisting year‑end audits.

Qualifications

• ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
• Experience in preparing financial statements and management accounts
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Experience in the property industry (preferred but not essential)

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies
• Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting
• Support year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors
• Monitor and manage cash flow and financial transactions
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial accuracy

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As a Financial Accountant in the property industry based in Hertfordshire, you'll play a key role in managing and streamlining financial processes. From preparing reports to ensuring compliance, your work will help keep the organisation's finances running smoothly.

A company operating in the property industry, located in Hertfordshire.

Description

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting.
• Support year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors.
• Monitor and manage cash flow and financial transactions.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial accuracy.

Profile

A successful Financial Accountant should have:

• Professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Experience in preparing financial statements and management accounts.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience in the property industry (preferred but not essential).

Job Offer

• 25 days of annual leave.
• Permanent position in the property industry based in Hertfordshire.

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