Financial Accountant

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic, professional and forward-thinking accountant who is seeking to develop their career in a dynamic team

Client Details

My client are an SME professional services organisation in Central Bristol

Description

The Financial Accountant will be responsible for running the accounting and finances of a range of subsidiary companies. You will report and manage the balance sheets of said entities, ensuring reconciliations and back up are provided as part of the month end process.

• Assisting in the preparation of all monthly Financial Reports (P&L and Balance Sheet)
• Assistance in year-end statutory accounts and liaising with external auditors internationally
• Line management and development of junior members of staff, including ongoing training
• Assistance with ongoing corporate restructure programs
• System development assistance with Projects Manager to integrate external software into existing framework
• Reconciliation of Fixed Assets (both intangible and tangible)
• Reconciliation and clearance of inter-company balances (historic and live)
• Compilation and review of VAT returns
• Analysis / Ad Hoc Projects / Systems Implementation
• Ad hoc financial reporting and management information support to the rest of the business

Profile

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA
• Month End / Year End Preparation Experience
• Independent and proactive approach
• High attention to detail/accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and make decisions
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, overseas experience ideal
• Proficient in Excel
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to look at the "wider" picture to seek further improvements in roles
• Great Plains (Finance System) - desired

Job Offer

This role will pay a competitive basic salary