Financial Accountant

Posted 19 January 2024
Salary £45000 - £50000 per annum
LocationCheshire
Discipline Transactional & Part Qualified
ReferenceMB21
Contact NameMaria Buckley

Job description

At Axon Moore, we are delighted to partner with a PE-backed high-growth group based in Cheshire that is offering hybrid working, enhanced benefits, and the opportunity to work alongside a driven peer group whilst gaining the support from two high calibre mentors who care about your career and development. `
 

Responsibilities:
  • Support Groups finance team with existing divisions/brands' accounting
  • Maintain financial ownership, handle operational accounting, and oversee full financial forecasts and results
  • Take on new reporting for profit/cost centers
  • Provide financial support to regional offices/sites
  • Assist in the month-end finance report for the Board
  • Support external audit requirements
  • Produce individual company year-end statutory accounts
  • Aid in year-end statutory consolidation compliant with FRS101/IFRS
  • Integrate accounting systems for new business segments
  • Provide acquisition accounting support
  • Ensure compliance and assist in completing returns and other requirements
  • Specify accounting requirements for new developments
  • Assist in improving company processes to increase efficiency
  • Liaise with other departments and handle ad-hoc requests
  • Collaborate with existing team to support projects and internal audit requirements
Qualifications & Skills:
  • Accounting qualification or in active pursuit (e.g., ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
  • Commercial finance department experience
  • Proficient in month-end/year-end reporting with clear commentary
  • Business partnering and meaningful reporting experience
  • Statutory accounts preparation for senior review
  • External audit support
  • Process improvement experience
  • Intermediate (or higher) Excel skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Familiarity with Sage 200 and/or SAP/Access
  • M&A and integration process expertise
  • Budgeting experience
  • FRS101/IFRS knowledge
  • Takes ownership and maintains focus under pressure
  • Positive attitude
This role would suit either newly qualified candidates from a audit/practice background or candidates with industry experience including month-end exposure.

Please apply via the link and for more information please call Maria at Axon Moore