Senior Financial Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in finance is seeking a financial accountant in Birmingham, offering a competitive salary of £55,000 to £62,000 per year. The role entails comprehensive period-end accounting activities, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards, and engaging with stakeholders to maintain efficient financial operations. Applicants should possess a relevant accountancy qualification and demonstrate a proactive approach to financial reporting and improvement.

Benefits

Excellent benefits and hybrid working

Fantastic progression opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Successful applicants should have a Chartered or Certified Accountancy Qualification.
• Degree qualified or possess equivalent qualifications.
• Continuous improvement mindset is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for period-end close activities and accounting under FRS101 and IFRS.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts under FRS101.
• Responsible for lease accounting under IFRS 16.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Planning

Education

Chartered or Certified Accountancy Qualification: CA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Degree qualified or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Shape and contribute to the future of the finance transformation agenda.
• First class global brand with a people focussed culture.

About Our Client

This is a permanent position within a well-established and respected organisation. The company is a global brand and is known for its commitment to innovation and excellence in its field.

Job Description

• Responsible for period-end close activities and accounting under FRS101 andIFRS
  • Ensure book-keeping journals are appropriately reviewed and posted within the month-end closing timetable.
  • Ensure completion and submission of required financial information for Group reporting purposes under IFRS.
  • Ensure appropriate reviews are performed on the prepared accounting schedules and supporting documentation used for month-end processing.
  • Ensure Balance Sheet reconciliations are prepared and reviewed timely.
  • Evaluate, develop, improve, and maintain appropriate control framework for accurate financial reporting.
  • Evaluate, develop, improve, and maintain procedures for increasing efficiency with a mindset of continuous improvement.
  • Prepare annual statutory accounts under FRS101.
  • Being the primary contact for external and internal audits.

• Responsible for the transactional accounting/finance activities
• Responsible for forecasting, monitoring, and managing the company's free-cash-flow and working capital position. Prepare relevant cash-flow analysis for Group functions.
• Responsible for lease accounting under IFRS 16
• Collate and prepare (liaising with professional advisers where necessary) applicable tax returns and filings ready for the UK&I Financial Controller to review and approve.

The Successful Applicant

• Chartered or Certified Accountancy Qualification: CA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA
• Proven academics: Degree qualified or equivalent
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Sound understanding of best-in-class financial control environment requirements
• Excellent knowledge of UK VAT rules and filing requirements
• Excellent stakeholder management and engagement skills
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Competent in problem solving, planning and decision making
• Proficient in all MS Office applications.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of £55,000 to £62,000 per annum.
• Excellent benefits and hybrid working
• Fantastic progression opportunities.
• Collaborative working environment.