Financial Accountant: Reporting, Analysis & Cost Control

2 Sisters Food Group; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

2 Sisters Food Group, based in Carlisle, is recruiting a Financial Accountant to join our finance team. Working hours from 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday, you will help maintain accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements, and deliver timely financial reporting.

You will work closely with the Financial Controller and SSC Coordinator, contributing to weekly and monthly accounting entries and reporting packages, delivering meaningful

Qualifications

• Experience in financial accounting or management accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, accounting processes and controls.
• Experience preparing month-end accounts, journals and financial reporting packages.
• Experience with fixed assets and cost control is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial information.
• Excellent attention to detail and methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly and monthly accounting entries and financial reporting packages.
• Complete overhead variance analysis, identifying trends and discrepancies.
• Regular balance sheet reviews ensuring accuracy and integrity of records.
• Support fixed asset reviews, reconciliations and verification processes.
• Assist with cost control activities for savings and improved performance.
• Support internal and external audits with relevant financial information.
• Provide high-quality financial analysis and insight for decision-making.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Month-end close

Job description

2 Sisters Food Group, based in Carlisle, is recruiting a Financial Accountant to join our finance team. Working hours from 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday, you will help maintain accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements, and deliver timely financial reporting.

You will work closely with the Financial Controller and SSC Coordinator, contributing to weekly and monthly accounting entries and reporting packages, delivering meaningful