Maternity Cover Accountant

Tesol Inc; Saltash; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local company in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified accountant to cover maternity leave. The role involves preparing and maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with year-end accounts, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations. Additionally, the accountant will assist in budgeting and variance analysis, providing necessary financial insights to senior management. This position is an opportunity to contribute significantly to financial operations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with knowledge of accounting standards.
• Experience with financial reporting and analysis.
• Familiarity with VAT, corporation tax, and payroll regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist with year-end accounts and statutory reporting.
• Process and reconcile invoices and payments.

Job description

Overview

Local company seeking qualified accountant to cover maternity leave.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including ledgers, journals, invoices, receipts, and financial statements.
• Monthly management accounts preparation: record accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations to support internal reporting.
• Assist with year‑end accounts, statutory reporting, and audit preparation.
• Produce financial reports and analysis for senior management to inform decisions.

Financial Control & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations (VAT, corporation tax, PAYE/NIC), and league‑specific financial rules (e.g., EFL Profit & Sustainability, Salary Cost Management Protocol).
• Maintain internal control procedures for accuracy and integrity of financial data and systems.
• Support external and internal audits and ensure required documentation is available.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Assist in budgeting and forecasting, working with other departments (e.g., commercial, operations, football operations). Perform variance analysis to highlight differences between actual results and budgets/forecasts.
• Perform variance analysis to highlight differences between actual results and budgets/forecasts.
• Provide financial insights that help guide operational and strategic decisions.

Accounts Payable / Receivable & Cash Management

• Process and reconcile invoices, payments, receipts, and bank transactions.