Financial Accountant

Megger; Dover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Megger is seeking a highly capable Financial Accountant for a 6-month fixed-term contract in the United Kingdom. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain robust controls, and support statutory and group reporting in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will report to the Finance Manager and contribute to month-end activities, balance sheet integrity and continuous improvement while collaborating with stakeholders across the business.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) required.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience preparing financial statements and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• A proactive, self-motivated and collaborative team player with strong communication skills, high professional integrity and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities, including the preparation and posting of journals, accruals and prepayments.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Support group reporting and the preparation of annual statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP/FRS 102.
• Assist with external audits, VAT returns and other regulatory reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.

Skills

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Technical accounting knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Vacancy

We are always looking for exceptional individuals to join our multinational group of talented professionals and right now we are seeking to recruit a motivated and talented Financial Accountant on a 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract.

In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining robust financial controls and supporting statutory and group reporting requirements. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will contribute to month-end activities, balance sheet integrity and continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, working collaboratively with stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities, including the preparation and posting of journals, accruals and prepayments.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Support group reporting and the preparation of annual statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP/FRS 102.
• Assist with external audits, VAT returns and other regulatory reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, with experience preparing financial statements and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• A proactive, self-motivated and collaborative team player with strong communication skills, high professional integrity and a continuous improvement mindset.

About Us

At Megger, our mission is simple yet powerful: to help people live confidently and work safely by harnessing the energy that powers our world. We do this by designing and manufacturing high-quality, portable electrical test equipment that's safe, reliable, and a breeze to use.

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Their challenges fuel our innovation, and we're proud to be a trusted partner, someone they can rely on to help them succeed.

As a global leader, Megger operates in over 100 countries and employs more than 2,000 talented individuals worldwide. Our industry-leading 360° Customer Service goes far beyond products-it includes software, bespoke tools, on-site training, repairs, testing services, and expert consultancy.

We're your all-in-one destination for electrical testing solutions and we'd love for you to be part of the journey.

Our UK headquarters is based in Kent, the beautiful Garden of England, offering stunning views of Dover Castle, the Kent coastline, and even glimpses of France on a clear day!

Please note: We're not in a position as a business to offer visa sponsorship, so we're unable to consider applications from candidates who require it to work in the UK.

Flexible Working at Megger

We recognise that flexibility helps people thrive.

That's why we support flexible working for all employees and welcome requests from day one of employment. You can make up to two requests per 12-month period.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

People are the heart of Megger, and their unique perspectives are key to our success. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity in all its forms. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to ensuring a fair, supportive recruitment process and workplace culture for everyone.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications.