About the role
We are delighted to be exclusively supporting our Newcastle based client in the search for a Financial Accountant to join their lovely team on a permanent basis.
This is a fantastic time to join this fast-growing organisation.
This role has a salary of up to £45,000 and involves hybrid working and flexible start and finish times.
Benefits include:
25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays)
Additional holiday purchase scheme
Flexibility when required
Generous pension scheme
Car lease scheme
Further training and development opportunities
The role:
Suited to someone who is self-motivated and able to work closely within a small close-knit Finance team, you’ll be ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent) or qualified by experience. You will need effective communication skills, be highly capable of planning and multi-tasking and ready to hit the ground running.
Your key duties will include:
To ensure effective communications within and between teams, be involved in and participate in meetings as requested.
To support the Finance Director and Finance Team in providing a comprehensive accounts service.
Financial reporting.
Oversee Sales & Purchase Ledger.
Carry out detailed VAT checks monthly and complete and submit quarterly VAT returns.
Oversee payroll finances and liaise with HR.
Cash Flow forecasting.
Oversee Balance sheet accounts with monthly reconciliation.
System implementation.
Liaise with internal & external auditors over the final/interim audits – Ensure all the required reports are produced for audit purposes, including the production of draft annual accounts and reconciliations.
What you need:
Educated to a degree level or equivalent.
Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
Good understanding of accounting principles including balance sheet reconciliations, revenue recognition, accruals and prepayments.
At least three years’ experience financial accounts experience.
The ability to work under pressure to achieve targets.
Excellent IT skills, including the proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically relating to Excel, Outlook, Word and Powerpoint.
If you are interested in this role of Financial Accountant, click 'Apply Now' and a member of our team will be in touch.