Trainee Financial Accountant

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Finance Assistant to support the finance manager in real estate development projects. This role offers hands-on training and the opportunity to pursue ACCA qualifications. Ideal for those starting or returning to a finance career.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Awareness of basic accounting concepts.
• Demonstrable hands-on experience of using accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Accounting and reporting for the development area of the business.
• Preparing monthly management accounts under supervision.
• Assisting in the audit process by providing information.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

GCSE standard English and Mathematics

ACCA F1, F2 or F3 papers

AAT or accounting degree

Tools

Oracle

Job description

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At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our

Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

• Safety first - Going home safe and well
• Integrity - Always do the right thing
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel

The role will support the finance manager with all finance related matters within the real estate development projects at Mace. The role will include hands on training from the finance manager and potential to embark on ACCA study in the future. This role would suit someone seeking a career in finance, someone returning to work or looking for a new career path. If you have the right behaviours and desire to learn this is an excellent opportunity.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Accounting and reporting for the development area of the business.
• Preparing monthly management accounts under supervision of the finance manager.
• Posting of sales invoices and assisting the accounts payable team with queries relating to purchase invoice postings.
• Ensuring Invoices are posted into correct project numbers.
• Managing the reconciliation of banks weekly ensuring all receipts and payments posted onto the finance system for relevant companies.
• Setting-up intercompany transfers
• Completing balance sheet reconciliations and ensure strong levels of financial control.
• Liaising with Mace Group finance team in reconciling group intercompany accounts.
• Providing support in preparing other financial reports as guided by the finance manager.
• Assisting with year-end subsidiary statutory accounts production in OneSource accounts preparation software.
• Liaising with company secretary, treasury and tax team when required.
• Maintaining and updating finance records/spreadsheets.
• Assisting in the audit process by providing information and data as requested.
• Assisting the finance manager in maintaining the short term and long term cashflow forecast for develop entities.
• Providing assistance to the group reporting team as required around year end.
• Assisting the finance manager in the preparation and monitoring of the monthly P&L forecast.
• Assisting the finance manager in preparation of the 1–5-year budget.
• Assisting the finance manager in liaising with third party accountants for areas of accounting and reporting that are outsourced, and review deliverables.
• Progressing your studies towards ACCA qualification.

You’ll need to have:

• Excel user.
• GCSE standard English and Mathematics, (or equivalent) (Grade C or above).
• Collaborates well with internal and external stakeholders, building trusting and respectful relationships.
• Demonstrates clear, concise written and verbal communication.
• Uses their own judgment to make decisions and escalate problem when necessary.
• Adapts and reacts well to changing priorities and requirements.
• Acts inclusively, treats all people with respect in a fair and consistent manner.
• Takes ownership to identify, solve and overcome challenges.
• Leads by example and delivers on commitments.
• Uses data, data analysis or other evidence to support solution finding process.
• Works in a systematic, methodical and orderly way.
• Seeks opportunities to learn and share knowledge.

You’ll also have:

• Awareness of basic accounting concepts either through formal study or on the job experience.
• Demonstrable hands-on experience of using accounting systems (Oracle preferred).
• Formal foundation level accountancy training (ACCA F1, F2 or F3 papers), AAT or accounting degree (or equivalent).

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.