Financial Accountant
- Recruiter
- NST Recruitment
- Location
- Kensington and Chelsea, London (Greater)
- Salary
- £40,000 + 10% bonus + benefits
- Posted
- 14 Jul 2017
- Closes
- 21 Jul 2017
- Ref
- NSTFA001
- Job Title
- Accountant
- Category
- Retail / Wholesale
- Experience Levels
- Newly Qualified
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Financial Accountant – National Retail Chain – South West London - £40K + 10% bonus + benefits
Our client a leading National Retail Chain is currently seeking a Financial Accountant to join their team based out of their office in South West London. We are looking for an experienced Financial Accountant who will be responsible for the monthly reconciliation of a number of key balance sheet accounts in the Finance Operations Team, with a particular focus on cash. Reporting to the Finance Operations Manager, the role will also have responsibility for the accounting, budgeting and forecasting for all Property related costs including Rent, Service Charges and Utilities for our Retail Stores.
Key Targets and Objectives of the role
Main Responsibilities:
- Monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations for (but not limited to) Cash, Credit Cards, Gift Voucher/Cards, Customer, Payroll, Accruals and Prepayment, Concession Control; flagging any material variances or areas of concern
- Preparation of the daily cash flow forecast for the Head of Finance Operations and Director of Finance
- Accounting for all Property related P&L costs including Rent, Service Charges and Utilities covering Retail Stores, Head Office and the Distribution Centre
- Preparation of the Budgets and Forecasts for all Property related costs as per the above
- Implement monthly reporting on chargebacks and cash losses to the Business and support the Loss Prevention Team with any investigations
- Assist in the preparation of year-end audit files and provide support during the audit
- Recommend and implement improvements to streamline the reconciliations for Cash/Credit Card Balance Sheet Accounts
- Implement balance sheet reconciliations as a result of the Company’s International Expansion
- Develop strong relationships with the Finance Team and key Business Partners including Head of Loss Prevention and Director of Property
Key Skills & Qualifications:
- CIMA OR ACCA Qualified or Part Qualified
- Minimum of 2-3 years working as a Financial Accountant in a multi-channel Retail Environment
- Experience of preparing Balance Sheet reconciliations
- Excellent excel skills and general systems literacy
This is an exciting role which will be suited to an ambitious, proactive individual who is likely to be in the final stages of studying and who displays tenacity and a real passion for retail.