Financial Accountant

Backed by Private Equity, and we're looking for a motivated and ambitious Accountant to join our dynamic team. This key position offers immense potential for learning and career development within our fast-paced growth project, providing unique exposure to private equity-backed initiatives.

Client Details

My client are on an exciting journey to build a global platform within their B2C sector. Private equity backed, they are on a genuine buy and build strategy, having completed 5 acquisitions already this year and about to complete on a few more across Europe. This key position offers immense potential for learning and career development within our fast-paced growth project, providing unique exposure to private equity-backed initiatives.

Description

• Perform day-to-day accounting tasks for group entities across the UK, including but not limited to:
• Balance sheet reconciliation
• Journal posting
• Reclassifications and corrections
• Accruals and prepayments postings
• Support with month-end and year-end close
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Fixed asset register maintenance
• VAT reconciliation
• Bank reconciliation across all group bank accounts
• Financial analysis

• Support the preparation, submission and review of group payroll across all entities
• Assist in preparing internal and external financial reports in compliance with both UK GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and enhance efficiency across multiple completed acquisitions and future targets.
• Manage third-party vendors to ensure project tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Provide documentation and support for external audits.
• Participate in special projects and perform additional tasks as assigned by the Finance Manager and Senior Finance Leadership

Profile

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified
• Experience in statutory reporting
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Proven ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently
• Excellent organisational and advanced communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Confidence in dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• A proactive, can-do attitude, thriving in dynamic environments
• Willingness to travel nationally as required
• Right to work and live in the UK without sponsorship
• Experience with SAGE Intacct would be desirable

Job Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Career advancement and expanded professional development in a hyper-growth company
• Comprehensive training in all aspects of the financial system
• Exposure to all elements of the financial system with further development opportunities
• Remote working
• Opportunity to join a growing team as an early-stage hire with strong support from Senior Finance Leadership