Financial Accountant (Part Qualified)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their dynamic commercial finance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in month-end processes, prepare financial statements, and manage reconciliations. Ideal for an ACCA/CIMA finalist, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment while contributing to the financial integrity of the organization. With a focus on collaboration and a commitment to excellence, you will play a key role in supporting various departments and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Join a company that values diversity and offers a flexible working approach, making it a perfect fit for your career aspirations.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Bonus day off after 6 months

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible working approach

Early payday

Friday finish

Up to 50% staff discount

Interest-free season ticket loans

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Finalist ACCA/CIMA student with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly reconciliations for various accounts.
• Assist in producing statutory accounts for UK companies.
• Coordinate with external auditors for year-end work.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting Standards

Stakeholder Management

Education

ACCA/CIMA Finalist

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Coda

Job description

Hours / Duration:

37.5 hours per week

Our story began with one man and his vision; to bring vibrant, colourful, hand-crafted artisan clothes from faraway places to the markets of London. It is a journey that started on a hippy commune in Ibiza, 1970, and finished with an overland trip east, through Afghanistan and India. Now found in West London, we’re creating vibrant products, and sharing endless discovery.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Financial Accountant working in our commercial finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone pursuing a career in finance. This role would be ideally suited to someone looking to gain exposure to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The key focus of the role includes month-end processes, posting relevant entries, reconciling control accounts, and liaising with Group Finance and various departments within the company.

What will you do as a Financial Accountant?

1. Monthly reconciliations: Preparation of monthly reconciliations for a variety of BS accounts and intercompany accounts, including settlements of intercompany positions.
2. Group consolidation: Preparation of monthly consolidation entries and posting of foreign subsidiaries reporting packs.
3. Financial Statements: Assist in the production of statutory accounts for all UK companies, consolidated group accounts, and Monsoon Trust charity accounts.
4. Monthly accruals and prepayments: Review monthly postings in relevant P&L and Balance sheet accounts. Ensure all balances are reasonable and accurate.
5. Turnover Rents: Oversee turnover rent calculations and ensure timely submissions to landlords.
6. External auditors: Prepare comprehensive year-end work papers and coordinate effectively with external auditors, including managing the independent examination of the Monsoon Trust charity accounts.
7. Ad hoc tasks: Undertake tasks as requested by management, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach. This job description outlines typical responsibilities but is not exhaustive and is subject to review and updates.

What will you need to succeed as a Financial Accountant?

• 2 - 3 years of similar experience in an industry or practice setting
• Finalist ACCA/CIMA student
• Very good organisational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team and be flexible in approach
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
• Experience in the Retail industry (desirable)
• Knowledge of Coda would be an advantage
• Stakeholder management experience

What will we offer you in return?

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday with the option to purchase additional holiday through our salary sacrifice scheme
• Bonus day off each year after 6 months of service
• A pension scheme with automatic enrollment after 3 months
• Life assurance (subject to participation in the pension scheme)
• A flexible working approach
• Early payday and Friday finish
• Up to 50% staff discount on our products
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Discounted gym membership at our on-campus gym

If this sounds great and you believe you are the right fit, apply today.

At Monsoon Accessorize, we care about how we do things, not just what we do. Our values and behavior are important to us.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce where every individual’s contribution is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are an equal opportunity employer. We consider flexible working requests and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities to participate fully in the hiring process and employment.