Financial Reporting Analyst

Rutherford Cross is delighted to be working in partnership with a highly successful global business in order to appoint a Financial Reporting Analyst. The Financial Reporting Analyst will play a pivotal role in supporting the Finance Manager and Heads of Finance across a variety of accounting functions. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or finalist candidate, either with a background in accounting practice transitioning into an exciting first industry accounting role, or for a candidate already working in industry to move to a new sector with excellent development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Analyse financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance, including variance analysis to identify trends, discrepancies and opportunities for improvement
• Analyse fixed cost utilisation to ensure cost reporting processes are fit for purpose
• Prepare and submit monthly management information to Group
• Contribute to ensuring optimum procedures are in place for managing cash and working capital
• Develop an understanding of the Company’s day-to-day accounts payable, receivable and banking functions, to provide support to Finance Assistants
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial data in the Company's systems
• Assist in the coordination of external audits and ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements
• Prepare necessary documentation and schedules for audit purposes
• Support senior staff in the budgeting and forecasting processes
• Collaborate with other business departments to gather relevant financial information
• Exposure to Corporation Tax and VAT compliance gained through preparation of underlying workings
• Develop accounting systems experience through involvement in the Company’s impending SAP implementation
• Participate in special projects as assigned by the Finance Manager or Heads of Finance
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance processes and improve overall efficiency

The Individual :

• Newly qualified or finalist candidate (CA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Previous experience in accounting practice, particularly in audit, accounting, or tax would be advantageous but not essential
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and adaptable to new IT and financial systems

On Offer:

• Competitive Salary (DOE)
• Annual bonus
• Annual leave
• Employer pension contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Progression and development opportunities

For more information, please contact Gillian O’Neil at Rutherford Cross.