Financial Accountant

Hewett Recruitment; Ross-on-Wye; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their Finance team. This hands-on role involves managing treasury operations, performing financial reconciliations, and supporting statutory reporting. The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified or studying towards CIMA/ACCA and have prior experience in financial accounting. The position offers a competitive salary along with benefits, including professional study support in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Study support for professional qualifications

Collaborative finance team environment

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy are crucial.
• Must be self-motivated, proactive, and approachable.
• Experience in a financial accounting or treasury role is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all treasury-related enquiries and activities.
• Perform Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss reconciliations.
• Prepare compliance financial reports and support audits.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Effective team player

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

AAT qualified or studying towards CIMA/ACCA

Tools

SAP

SAGE

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Finance team as a Financial Accountant. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will be responsible for treasury operations, financial reconciliations, statutory reporting and supporting a range of accounting and audit activities. This is a varied and hands-on role requiring accuracy, initiative and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

Treasury and Cash Management

• Manage all treasury-related enquiries and activities, including raising payments, inter-company netting, and maintaining bank and group correspondence.
• Prepare and perform timely bank reconciliations.
• Support cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.

Financial Accounting & Reconciliation

• Perform Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss reconciliations.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial accounts.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.

Assets, Investments, and Leases

• Support accounting for fixed assets, investments, and leases.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with accounting policies.

Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare environmental and sustainability financial reports.
• Assist with audit requirements including year-end, interim, statutory, and HMRC/government audits.
• Support year-end reporting and other ad hoc financial reports as required.

Cross-functional Support

• Contribute to cross-scope finance and management accounting tasks.
• Attend annual stock checks and assist in verification processes.
• Provide financial accounting support and respond to general finance-related enquiries.

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and multitask.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and approachable, with a positive and results-driven attitude.
• Effective team player who collaborates well to achieve organisational goals.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

• AAT qualified or currently studying towards CIMA/ACCA (part-qualified or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a financial accounting or treasury role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience using SAP and/or SAGE systems is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Study support for professional qualifications.
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive finance team.
• Exposure to a wide range of accounting and treasury responsibilities in a dynamic business environment.