The Financial Accountant role is a key management position within the Finance function, responsible for overseeing the Sales Ledger Accountant and Finance Assistant across a range of team and business wide finance activities.

Client Details

Medium size business reporting into a larger group.

Description

• Manage billing and revenue recognition, ensuring accurate invoicing, reconciliations and minimising revenue leakage.
• Oversee VAT, tax compliance, statutory reporting and external audit requirements.
• Act as the key finance contact for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring ledger accuracy, robust controls and timely issue resolution.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury activities and working capital performance.
• Monitor and improve financial controls, processes and reporting across transactional finance functions.
• Support finance transformation projects, system enhancements and process automation initiatives.

Profile

A successful Financial Accountant should have:

• A recognised qualification in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and budgeting.
• Experience with accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Job Offer

• Salary between £45,000 and £55,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Hybrid working arrangement for flexibility.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.