Financial Accountant

Michael Page; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Financial Accountant in Newark to take charge of the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.

You will manage month‑end and year‑end closings, oversee budgeting, analyse performance, and support audit processes while driving process improvements. This is a permanent Newark role with a salary between £50,000 and £55,000 and a performance‑related bonus.

There are opportunities to develop within the accounting and finance function.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in accounting standards and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting activities to support business planning.
• Analyse financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate posting of transactions and maintenance of general ledger accounts.
• Collaborate with external auditors and manage audit processes effectively.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the finance function.
• Support tax compliance, including VAT returns and other statutory submissions.

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

As a Financial Accountant in Newark, you'll take charge of the accounting function ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Your role will involve streamlining processes and delivering key financial insights to support decision‑making and business success.

Client Details

This Financial Accountant position in Newark is a brilliant opportunity for someone who is looking for their first move from Practice.

Our client is a growing business in Newark and looking to add a Financial Accountant following recent growth.

Description

• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Manage month‑end and year‑end closing processes, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting activities to support business planning.
• Analyse financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate posting of transactions and maintenance of general ledger accounts.
• Collaborate with external auditors and manage audit processes effectively.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the finance function.
• Support tax compliance, including VAT returns and other statutory submissions.

Profile

• A professional accounting qualification (ACA or ACCA)
• Experience working within Practice (we welcome ACA or ACCA qualified candidates in Industry also)
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and financial systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Experience in the leisure, travel, and tourism industry is desirable but not essential.

Job Offer

• Salary between £50,000 and £55,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Performance‑related bonus scheme.
• Permanent position based in Newark.
• Opportunities to develop within the accounting and finance field.