Financial Accountant

Edwards & Pearce; Worksop; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing business is seeking a Qualified Accountant for an 18-month contract in Worksop. This role involves managing financial controls, preparing annual reports, and collaborating with tax advisors. The ideal candidate will be immediately available, a qualified accountant with post-qualification experience, and have a solid understanding of UK statutory reporting. The company offers hybrid working after probation.

Benefits

Hybrid working after probation

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with relevant post-qualification experience.
• Sound practical knowledge of financial systems, processes, and cash management.
• Ability to transform data into meaningful management information.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial controls and accounting processes for head office.
• Lead preparation of annual financial reports in compliance with FRS101.
• Collaborate with tax advisors for UK tax computations.

Skills

Detailed knowledge of technical accounting standards

Strong analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

Experience with financial systems

Education

Qualified accountant

Tools

CCH Accounts Production software

ERP systems

Job description

This is an 18-month contract for a Qualified Accountant to join a fantastic finance team as part of a larger global business.

THE BENEFITS:
Hybrid working after probation

THE ROLE:
Responsible for managing financial controls and accounting processes for head office R&D, Laboratory and administrative cost centres, encompassing intercompany recharges across the Group's operating companies, as well as the financial management of capital projects.
Produce comprehensive monthly management information and spend reports specifically for the Head Office cost centres.
Lead the preparation of annual financial reports for the Group's UK trading and holding companies (a total of 8 entities, 2 of which are trading) in full compliance with FRS101.
Collaborate closely with external tax advisors to lead the preparation of UK tax computations and compile necessary data for the Group's R&D tax credit claims. This also involves the management of the Group Payment arrangement with HMRC.
Work with the UK Financial Controller to oversee the external year-end audit, including all necessary liaison with company auditors and tax advisors.
Provide support for the annual budgeting and mid-year forecasting process, with a notable focus on the UK Head Office and Holding Companies.
Offer support to the senior finance team on various ad hoc projects, ensuring alignment with both the Business and Departmental objectives.

THE CANDIDATE:
Immediately Available
Qualified accountant with relevant post-qualification experience.
Detailed knowledge of technical accounting standards and UK statutory reporting is essential; experience with CCH Accounts Production software is desirable.
Sound practical knowledge of financial systems, processes, and cash management.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to transform data into meaningful management information.
Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite.
Experience in extracting and manipulating ERP system data is desirable.
Prior experience within the manufacturing sector is desirable.
Personal Qualities
Self-motivated and results-driven, committed to achieving personal and team objectives.
Demonstrates an enthusiastic, proactive, flexible, and adaptable approach.
Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build effective working relationships.

THE COMPANY:
Global Manufacturing Business

THE CONSULTANCY:
Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.