Senior Financial Accountant

Reed; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A large, established organization in Cambridge seeks a Financial Accountant to manage financial reports and ensure compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate is ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, with a strong understanding of financial reporting standards and excellent Excel skills. This role offers predominantly remote working options and a salary between £48,000 and £52,000.

Qualifications

• Experience of financial accounting and audit.
• Experience dealing with internal & external auditors.
• Good understanding of financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage Financial Accounts and Treasury Management.
• Prepare monthly financial reports.
• Manage liquidity position and supervise banking.

Skills

Financial accounting

Audit management

Excel proficiency

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified

Job description

Financial Accountant

Cambridge (predominantly remote)

Salary: £48,000 - £52,000

Reed Finance are recruiting a Financial Accountant to join a large, established organisation who offer hugely flexible and remote working.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for the preparation of monthly financial reports, preparation of financial statements and the production of annual accounts. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with accounting standards and supporting the external auditors at year-end.

Day-to-day responsibilities:

• Manage Financial Accounts and Treasury Management.
• Prepare monthly financial reports.
• Manage the organisation’s liquidity position and supervise banking.
• Fixed asset register.
• Review journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Preparation of the monthly VAT return and offering VAT advice.
• Liaise with internal and external audit, responding to audit queries.
• Contribute to the development of financial systems and controls.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.
• Experience of financial accounting and audit.
• Experience dealing with internal & external auditors.
• Good understanding of financial reporting standards.
• Proficient in Excel, with the ability to design and manipulate financial spreadsheets and databases.
• Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills.

To apply for this Financial Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.