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Senior Financial Accountant

Employer
Michael Page
Location
West Midlands, Birmingham, England
Salary
GBP50000 - GBP60000 per annum
Closing date
10 Apr 2023

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Job Details

Brand new opportunity to work for a PE backed business as a Senior Financial Accountant. This is based in Birmingham City Centre.

The ideal candidate for this is currently working in Audit in a large firm, preferably top 10, though others will be considered.

You will have accountability for the day to day running of the accounting function. You will be responsible for production of the management and statutory accounts.

Client Details

Our client is a highly acquisitive, PE backed Distribution business.

Description

  • Overseeing accurate preparation and entry of accounting records into the key business systems
  • Producing monthly management accounts with variance analysis and commentaries
  • Completion of balance sheet reconciliations including monitoring and addressing reconciling items
  • Involvement in improving processes and ensuring appropriate controls are in place
  • Involvement in the preparation of statutory accounts
  • Support ad hoc projects or activities as required
  • Assist in the planning and coordination of audits
  • Responsibility for the fixed asset register and monitoring capital spend
  • Assisting with the implementation of new systems
  • Working closely with other departments of the finance team such as accounts receivable and payable to deliver accurate reporting
  • Working closely with stakeholders from across the business to help interpret financial data and gather information impacting the accounts
  • Produce and submit VAT returns

Profile

  • An accounting qualification e.g. ACCA, ACA or equivalent
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment
  • Commitment to continuously improve and optimise processes
  • Strong business partnering skills; the ability to provide strategic, analytical and operational support - a well-rounded business person
  • Commercial flair and acumen - a nose for the numbers and the ability to see the big picture whilst not losing sight of the detail
  • Excellent communication skills to be able to interpret financial information to others outside of finance

Job Offer

Salary up to £60,000

Company

Michael Page specialises in the permanent, temporary and interim recruitment of qualified accountants. In fact, our organisation was founded to provide selection and recruitment services for accounting professionals and has been a market leader in this field for more than 35 years.

We have earned the trust of clients in industry and commerce, the banking and financial services markets and the public and not-for-profit sector. We also have an exemplary track record of completing assignments for everyone from small, boutique practices to the Big Four firms.

Michael Page has pioneered a unique, consultative approach to recruitment, enabling us to find the best fit between our client’s needs and the candidate’s experience and abilities. With an emphasis on delivering results and establishing long-term relationships, our consultants waive commission in favour of quarterly profit share – that means impartial career advice and an entire team pulling together on your behalf.

Many of our consultants have a background in accounting and finance – that’s real, grass roots expertise at your disposal. Combine that with the global reach you get from a company that has over 164 offices in 34 countries and you’re looking at a pretty formidable package.

We are confident no other consultancy is better qualified to help you make that crucial, next step in your career. Take this opportunity to browse our accounting, tax and treasury jobs to find out more about our specific expertise:
• Industry and commerce
• Financial services
• Public and not-for-profit
• Taxation
• Specialist markets
• Treasury
• Newly qualified ACA

Alternatively, if you're looking to hire, please send us a job brief or get in touch to find out how our track record could add value to your recruitment process”

Visit the Michael Page website for more information

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