Financial Accountant (Part Qualified)

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in London is seeking a Part-Qualified Financial Accountant for an exciting temporary position with opportunities for permanent placement. The role involves financial reporting, compliance, and collaboration with the finance team while pursuing relevant accounting certifications. Ideal candidates will have experience in financial accounting and strong technical skills, especially in Excel.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience in financial or management accounting.
• Actively pursuing a professional accounting qualification.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, IFRS, and GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable maintaining accurate records.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.

Skills

Financial Reporting and Analysis

Variance Analysis

Cash Management

Excel Skills

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Description: A large hospitality company in London is looking for a PQ Financial Accountant to join their team.

Your new company
A large hospitality company in North London is seeking a Part-Qualified Financial Accountant for a temporary role with potential to go permanent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting and Analysis:
• Assist in preparing accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Conduct variance analysis on budgets and forecasts to identify key trends and discrepancies.
• Prepare reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and ensure they are kept up to date.

• Month-End and Year-End Close:
• Support the month-end and year-end financial closing processes by preparing journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and audit schedules.

• Accounts Management:
• Oversee and maintain accurate records for accounts payable and receivable.
• Ensure proper maintenance of the general ledger and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with cash management activities.

• Compliance and Controls:
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
• Support the finance team in implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist in maintaining up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory changes.

• Collaboration and Development:
• Work closely with senior finance team members to enhance reporting processes.
• Collaborate with various departments to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Take ownership of finance projects to develop your expertise.

Requirements:

• Experience: 2-4 years in financial or management accounting.
• Qualifications: Actively pursuing a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables).
• Knowledge: Solid understanding of accounting principles, IFRS, and GAAP.

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