Financial Controls Accountant
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Based in Manchester City
Office based, Monday - Friday
The Client:
For nearly four decades my client has been the go-to support for UK businesses in HR, Health and Safety, wellbeing, legal insurance and more. They have revolutionised employment law, sparing employers from expensive legal fees. As a member of the Group Finance team, you'll engage with local and international finance teams across the subsidiaries.
Overview:
This is a newly created role for the Group finance team. You will bring in a set plan for internal audit testing across the 5 subsidiaries within the UK, and extending to Ireland, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The successful candidate will have a background in audit, and the confidence to join the business and get stuck in from day one. You will be confident reaching out to multiple departments, investigating current processes, and creating an aligned internal controls framework.
Your Role:
- Conduct rigorous testing and refinement of financial controls and procedures across all group companies
- Identify weaknesses and spearhead improvements in collaboration with the Reporting and Controls Manager
- Assist in shaping policies and procedures for future enhancements
- Dive deep into key accounting estimates and operational KPIs, ensuring accuracy and clarity
- Play a vital role in the preparation of annual statutory accounts and external audits
Your Profile:
- Prior experience in internal or external audit roles is essential
- Exceptional organisational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
- Meticulous attention to detail and a strong analytical mindset
- Sound knowledge of financial reporting procedures and technical accounting concepts
- Proficiency in Excel for data manipulation, analysis, and presentation
- Ability to make informed decisions independently
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, fostering effective relationships with subsidiary finance teams
- ACCA or CIMA qualified, or part-qualified
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