Financial Accountant

Ad Warrior Ltd; Skegness; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly respected and long-established organisation in Skegness is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their busy Finance Team. This role offers an opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional to ensure financial accuracy and support management with insights. Candidates must be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified, possess strong numeracy and communication skills, and have a solid understanding of UK accounting standards. The role features competitive compensation of £40,000 per annum and is permanent.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK accounting standards.
• Ability to analyse complex information effectively.
• Confidence to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring financial records are maintained accurately.
• Completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Preparing monthly management accounts and meeting deadlines.
• Preparing VAT returns.
• Supporting the annual statutory audit process.

Skills

Strong numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Organisational abilities

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA Qualified / Part-Qualified

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Overview

Benjamin Edwards are currently recruiting on behalf of a highly respected and long-established organisation in Skegness who are looking for a Financial Accountant to join their busy Finance Team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented, organised, and proactive finance professional who enjoys variety and responsibility. You'll play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy across the business and supporting management with meaningful financial insights.

If you're a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and can deliver accurate accounts to tight deadlines, this role could be perfect for you.

Salary

£40,000 per annum.

Location

Skegness, Lincolnshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom.

Employment Type

Permanent.

The role of the Financial Accountant

• Ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently
• Designing and implementing accounts processes for new revenue streams
• Supporting and overseeing onsite and offsite finance staff (excluding payroll)
• Completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Managing data transfer and reconciliation across multiple accounting systems
• Preparing monthly management accounts and meeting set deadlines
• Producing informative commentary for month-end board reports
• Reconciling inter-company balances
• Preparing VAT returns
• Supporting the annual statutory audit processCarrying out additional duties as required
• Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with all policies

The ideal candidate for the role of Financial Accountant

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA Qualified / Part-Qualified
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail
• A solid understanding of UK accounting standards
• Strong Excel and systems experience (Sage or Xero desirable)
• The ability to analyse complex information and solve problems effectively
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team ethos
• Strong organisational abilities and the confidence to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to the team

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please do not hesitate to apply.