Senior Financial Accountant - #1671961

A Senior Financial Accountant is required for a pivotal role within an esteemed firm in the professional services sector. The role is based in Birmingham and will involve overseeing the financial accounting operations of the department.

Client Details

Our client is a large organisation operating in the professional services field. With a reputation for excellence, the business prides itself on delivering top-notch services to its clients and providing an engaging environment for its employee

Description

• Financial reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards
• Supporting the Head of Financial Reporting in delivery the team's reporting requirements including the half year and annual financial statements and monthly Group consolidation
• Support with the external (and any internal) audit process
• Month end responsibilities including nominal journals, reconciliation of balance sheet and intercompany accounts, production of the P&L and balance sheet with GAP and budget variance analysis
• Support the Head of Financial Reporting with the preparation and submission of Group VAT and Corporation Tax returns, maintenance of group arrangements, and be a point of contact for external advisers
• Undertake detailed nominal transaction review
• Preparing ad-hoc reports for stakeholders
• Continuously review processes ensuring compliance and efficiency
  
  

Profile

• ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent qualified with at least 2/3 years of post-qualification experience
• Experience gained in a top 20 accountancy practice or in a professional services environment highly desirable
• Up to date technical knowledge of accounting standards, both IFRS and UK GAAP
• Ability to effectively communicate and engage with all levels of the organisation
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft office applications, including Excel
• Ability to manage multiple competing workstreams and work effectively in a deadline intensive environment.
  
  

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits
• Hybrid working
• Genuine progression opportunities in a growing business.