Financial Accountant

Farrer Barnes is currently working alongside an eminent local business in aid of appointing a Financial Accountant on a permanent basis. Reporting into the Finance Manager, this role will give you responsibility for supporting the month end closing processes and the provision of financial reporting adhering to various accounting standards.

With a fostering work culture and an excellent benefits package, this opportunity will give you the platform to progress your professional development and hone your personal skillset simultaneously.

Due to the nature of the role, it is imperative that you hold your professional accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and have demonstrable prior experience in a similar role.

Key Accountabilities:

• Support the month-end closing process (posting journals, consolidations etc)
• Preparation of monthly reporting backs and their subsequent presentation
• Preparation of statutory accounts
• Act as a point of liaison for internal and external auditors
• Deputise for the Finance Manager as required
• Ensure compliance with various accounting standards

Requirements:

• Must hold their professional accountancy qualification
• Knowledgeable of financial reporting standards (IFRS)
• Ability to convey financial information to non-finance stakeholders
• Proficient using Microsoft Excel

Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.