A private equity backed manufacturing business is looking for a financial accountant (hybrid) to bolster its finance team. This role will cover a variety of responsibilities beyond the everyday financial accounting aspect of the role.

The position will play a key role in strengthening the financial control environment across the UK entities and supporting accurate, timely and reliable financial reporting. Reporting into the UK Financial Controller and working closely with Group Finance.

Responsibilities:

Prepare monthly management accounts for UK entities in line with the Group reporting calendar
Post journals including accruals, prepayments, payroll, stock movements and provisions. Perform detailed P&L and balance sheet analysis and provide clear variance commentary
Ensure timely and accurate submission of reporting packs to Group Finance
Own and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring they are complete, accurate and supported
Ensure appropriate accounting treatment for fixed assets, leases, inventory, rebates and provisions
Support the strengthening of the UK financial control environment and month-end discipline
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, Group accounting policies and internal controls
Support statutory accounts preparation, audits and tax processes (VAT, corporation tax)
Manage intercompany postings, reconciliations and settlements
Assist with cash forecasting inputs and variance analysis
Drive working capital reporting and own invoice discounting processes, including reconciliations and customer allocations

Skills & Qualifications:

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
Solid experience in financial accounting and month-end close
Strong Excel skills; experience with ERP systems
Good working knowledge of UK accounting standards and VAT
Ability to manage competing deadlines and work independently

Personal Attributes:

Strong ownership mindset: Takes responsibility for outcomes and follows issues through
Attention to detail: High standards of accuracy and documentation
Resilient: Comfortable working in a changing and demanding environment
Proactive: Identifies issues early and proposes solutions
Collaborative: Works effectively with finance and operational teams
Ethical: Demonstrates integrity and professionalism at all times

If you would like more information on this opportunity, please contact Chris Sole at Rutherford Cross.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

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