Financial Accountant

Hays PLC; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking global manufacturing company as a Financial Accountant, where you will play a key role in providing timely financial information and collaborating with the finance team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and sustainability. You will be responsible for cost analysis, financial reporting, and improving processes to enhance efficiency. With a competitive salary and a supportive workplace, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in their career.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on performance

Pension scheme: 6% employee, 9% employer

25 holidays + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a large company environment, ideally manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of costs and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide precise financial information and costings.
• Collaborate with Financial Controller on cost monitoring.
• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Cost Analysis

Variance Analysis

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Part-Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)

AAT Qualified

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Financial Accountant I Carlisle I Salary £45,000 per annum

Your new company
Join a reputable, innovative global manufacturing company that offers the latest technology in a range of sustainable, market-leading products to their customers. They are committed to fostering a collaborative and welcoming work environment. We are supporting our client with a key appointment in the finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, sustainability, and teamwork.

Your new role

As a Financial Accountant, your key responsibilities will encompass providing precise and timely financial information and costings. You will collaborate closely with the Financial Controller and budget holders on a monthly basis to reduce and monitor costs, as well as explain any variations to budgets. Additionally, you will work with the Finance team to ensure accurate reporting and timely delivery of financial information, including the preparation of budgets and forecasts. Your role will also involve the monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, conducting analysis and implementing controls. Furthermore, you will support and work alongside colleagues in the finance team on various ad hoc reports and analysis.

Typical duties will include:

• Reviewing monthly costs with the Financial Controller and budget holders and commentary on variances
• Control all prepayment and accrual accounts
• Reconciliation of supplier rebates accounts agreeing numbers with the Financial Controller and Group sourcing
• Reconciliation of BS accounts
• Ensuring accounts are reconciled, filed and signed on a monthly basis
• Reconciling and posting of monthly payroll journals
• Preparing quarterly analysis of all leases on site together with details on future liabilities
• Improvement and development of current processes to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of procedures
• Ad hoc support as required for the Financial Controller, supporting queries and analysis and working with colleagues in the finance department and wider team

What you'll need to succeed

Part - Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ ACCA/ACA), AAT Qualified candidates will also be considered.
Experience in a large company environment, ideally manufacturing
Strong knowledge and understanding of costs, variance analysis and financial reporting

Ability to meet tight deadlines in a complex and demanding environment
Comprehensive proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and knowledge of SAP is highly desirable.
An effective communicator with good interpersonal skills at all levels, both internally and externally

What you'll get in return

Salary up to £45,000 per annum
Annual bonus based on personal and company performance
Pension scheme: 6% employee contribution, 9% employer contributions
25 holidays + banks
Hours, Monday to Friday 8.30-5pm
Fully onsite

What you need to do now

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