An exciting opportunity for a Financial Accountant to join an impressive business based in Central Oxford. The successful candidate will be instrumental in the continued growth and success of the Accounting & Finance department.
Client Details
The company is a leading player in the green tech industry, rapidly expanding through ongoing success. They are renowned for their commitment to excellence and their innovative approach towards solving complex business challenges.
Description
We are seeking a Financial Accountant to prepare accurate financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting regulations. This is a pro-active 'hands on' position, performing a variety of financial and administrative duties across a number of inter-related businesses. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will maintain accurate records, have a good understanding of financial controls and accounting standards, experience in financial reporting and excellent collaboration and communication skills.
Key activities:
- Carry out core finance processes, including but not limited to the calculation of depreciation and interest, preparation of accrued and deferred income and expenses, posting journals, intercompany accounts and reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations and VAT returns
- Responsible for maintaining the Fixed Assets Register
- Responsible for timely customer invoicing and debt collection
- Prepare month end working papers, liaising with the wider finance team to ensure accurate representation of records
- Prepare year end working papers, working with external accountants to resolve queries and produce the statutory accounts
- Assist the Finance Manager with external audits
- Responsible for the preparation and filing of dormant accounts
- Management and tracking of customer estimates and supplier purchase orders
- Assist the Finance Manager with tax reporting and payments (Including PSA)
- Develop finance processes and monitoring financial controls
- Prepare monthly financial statements
- Prepare and provide Management Reporting to wider finance team
Profile
A successful 'Financial Accountant' should have:
- Part Qualified accountant, or QBE, with good technical knowledge and strong background in an all round accounting position
- Strong planning and organisational skills, plus excellent attention to detail
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Self-starter, able to work independently as well as part of a team
- Commutable distance to the office location in Central Oxford
Job Offer
- A competitive annual salary of around £38,000 - £45,000.
- A comprehensive study package.
- Opportunity to work in a vibrant, collaborative team culture.
- The chance to make a real impact in a growing company.
We encourage all who meet these criteria to take the next step in their accounting career and apply today.