Financial Accountant (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Location: Burton upon Trent
Salary: £45,000 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Fixed-Term - 6 Months
Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week in the office
Reporting to: Financial Controller About the Role We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting while supporting the day-to-day accounting function. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has strong technical accounting skills. Key Responsibilities As Accountant, your responsibilities will include: * Managing the month-end close process.
* Preparing and submitting the monthly Group reporting pack.
* Completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
* Posting month-end journals.
* Reviewing Capex and Disposal Forms using the third-party fixed asset system.
* Managing the end-to-end fixed asset process.
* Performing revenue recognition activities.
* Maintaining and managing the IFRS 16 lease accounting process.
* Reconciling balance sheet control accounts.
* Supporting the external audit process.
* Preparing, reconciling and submitting VAT returns.
* Completing Intrastat reporting.
* Producing mandatory Office for National Statistics (ONS) returns.
* Reconciling stock and reviewing stock provisions.
* Managing the end-to-end customer rebates process, including reporting turnover data and responding to stakeholder queries.
* Assisting with budgeting and forecasting activities.
* Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc projects and requests from senior management. About You We're looking for someone who is: * AAT qualified or studying/qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
* Experienced in a similar accounting role with at least three years' practical experience.
* Knowledgeable in core accounting principles and financial reporting.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
* Experienced with SAP S/4HANA or SAP (desirable but not essential as full training will be provided).
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
* Able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
* A confident communicator who can build effective relationships across the business.
* Analytical, proactive and able to work independently using their own initiative.
* Committed to maintaining professional qualifications and continuing professional development (CPD). What You'll Bring You will be a collaborative finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders across the business. You'll support the Financial Controller, Finance Director and wider leadership team by providing accurate financial information and helping drive efficient financial processes. If you're available for a 6-month contract and are looking to make an immediate impact within a supportive finance team, we'd love to hear from you.
Salary: £45,000 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Fixed-Term - 6 Months
Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week in the office
Reporting to: Financial Controller About the Role We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting while supporting the day-to-day accounting function. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has strong technical accounting skills. Key Responsibilities As Accountant, your responsibilities will include: * Managing the month-end close process.
* Preparing and submitting the monthly Group reporting pack.
* Completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
* Posting month-end journals.
* Reviewing Capex and Disposal Forms using the third-party fixed asset system.
* Managing the end-to-end fixed asset process.
* Performing revenue recognition activities.
* Maintaining and managing the IFRS 16 lease accounting process.
* Reconciling balance sheet control accounts.
* Supporting the external audit process.
* Preparing, reconciling and submitting VAT returns.
* Completing Intrastat reporting.
* Producing mandatory Office for National Statistics (ONS) returns.
* Reconciling stock and reviewing stock provisions.
* Managing the end-to-end customer rebates process, including reporting turnover data and responding to stakeholder queries.
* Assisting with budgeting and forecasting activities.
* Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc projects and requests from senior management. About You We're looking for someone who is: * AAT qualified or studying/qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
* Experienced in a similar accounting role with at least three years' practical experience.
* Knowledgeable in core accounting principles and financial reporting.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
* Experienced with SAP S/4HANA or SAP (desirable but not essential as full training will be provided).
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
* Able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
* A confident communicator who can build effective relationships across the business.
* Analytical, proactive and able to work independently using their own initiative.
* Committed to maintaining professional qualifications and continuing professional development (CPD). What You'll Bring You will be a collaborative finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders across the business. You'll support the Financial Controller, Finance Director and wider leadership team by providing accurate financial information and helping drive efficient financial processes. If you're available for a 6-month contract and are looking to make an immediate impact within a supportive finance team, we'd love to hear from you.
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