Group Accountant

Recruiter
Michael Page
Location
North Yorkshire
Salary
£35000 - £38000 per annum
Posted
17 Apr 2019
Closes
13 May 2019
Ref
14009802/001
Contact
Anna MacDonald
Job role
Group accountant
Contract type
Permanent
Hours
Part time

The Group Accountant role will be a number 2 to the Financial Controller. The FC is looking for a driven, qualified accountant, who he can mentor and help to develop. You will be responsible for the day to day development and maintenance of an efficient finance function.

Client Details

A British leading, innovative and dynamic manufacturing and distribution business, based in North Yorkshire.

Description

The Group Accountant will be responsible for:

  • Preparation of timely Management Accounts and reports
  • Ownership of the board pack reporting function
  • Day to day support and coordination of the finance function, including providing support and development for junior members of staff
  • Management of cash flow forecasts
  • Managing the statutory audit process
  • Assisting with budgeting/forecasting
  • Continuous review and improvements of accounting process and systems
  • Assistant to the Financial Controller
  • Ad hoc analysis and reporting as required

Profile

The successful Group Accountant will:

  • Have recently achieved a fully recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)
  • Previous experience of managing and/or supervising other staff
  • Previous experience within a Management Accounts role
  • Excellent excel skills
  • A key eye for detail with the ability to identify and improve accounting systems and processes
  • Confidently be able to liaise with senior members of the business
  • Self-motivated and driven to develop skills and progress a career
  • Be hard working and a strong support to the FC

Job Offer

£35,000 - £38,000 plus benefits