Financial Accountant - Year End

AJ Walter Aviation; Slinfold; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Slinfold is seeking a Financial Accountant to assist with the preparation of statutory accounts and manage the audit process. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with extensive knowledge of IFRS and experience working with auditors. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract offering a range of employee benefits including private healthcare and a modern office environment.

Benefits

Team fun budget

Free access to LinkedIn Learning

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Onsite gym

Bike-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in financial accounting year end or audit process.
• Experience in managing year end process, as a financial accountant or external auditor.
• Desirable experience in Quantum and Aviation spares industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts workings in accordance with IFRS.
• Coordinate with departments to gather financial data.
• Assist in managing statutory audit process.
• Ensure timely submission of audited accounts.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Attention to detail

Knowledge of IFRS

Experience with external auditors

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

AJW are looking for a Financial Accountant to be responsible for assisting with the preparation and submission of statutory accounts. This role will assist the Financial Reporting Manager in managing the year-end audit process, ensuring accurate and timely provision of all supporting documentation and schedules. The position requires a high level of technical accounting knowledge and attention to detail, with a strong focus on statutory compliance and audit readiness.

This will be hired on a 6 month fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and complete statutory accounts workings for AJ Walter Aviation Limited in accordance with IFRS and within the required deadlines
• Coordinate with internal departments to gather required financial data and ensure completeness of information
• Submit the year end ETB as well as the workings for the statutory accounts to the external auditors for their review
• Review the financial statements prepared by the external auditors to ensure accuracy and in line with expectations.

Audit Management

• Assist the Financial Reporting Manager in leading and managing the statutory audit process
• Prepare all deliverables and working papers in line with the auditor requirements
• Work with the Financial Reporting Manager as a primary point of contact for external auditors, addressing queries and facilitating audit fieldwork.
• Ensure timely submission of audited accounts to Companies House and other relevant authorities

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent).
• Experience in the financial accounting year end or audit process.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS.
• Experience working with external auditors and managing the year end process, either as the financial accountant or as the external auditor.
• Experience of Quantum and Aviation spares industry experience or experience of another complex industry sector would be desirable.

Why join us

• A team fun budget to bring colleagues together.
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning to support your development.
• Opportunities to take part in charity events, volunteering, and community projects.
• A modern office with an onsite gym, bike-to-work scheme, and a great restaurant.
• A discretionary bonus and private healthcare.
• Relocation support if you're moving closer to our HQ.

We encourage five days a week in the office to strengthen teamwork, collaboration, and development. However, we understand personal circumstances vary, and we support flexibility where needed. Some roles may require more in-office presence to meet business needs, but we’re committed to finding the right balance for our team.

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