Job Description

Key responsibilities include the preparation and maintenance of operational cash flow forecasts, preparation of monthly group reporting schedules and to support the Financial Controller in maintaining a compliant control environment by undertaking a number of review tasks.

This role would suit candidates looking to gain experience in a central Finance function to gain experience of a Balance Sheet focus within a controlled environment whilst being able to bring proven management accounting experience from previous roles with a desire to develop solid knowledge of Finance processes to lead them on to senior Finance positions in the future.

What the role includes

• Preparation of monthly and quarterly group reporting schedules including the AR Roll forwards and Balance Sheet Variances reports along with supporting schedules.
• Maintenance of the operational cash flow and preparation of the monthly cash flow forecast reports
• Bank mandate signatory for manual payments after qualifying period.
• Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and supporting the ledger managers in clearing down open items in a timely manner and in line with SOX controls
• Reconciliation of intergroup balances for a diverse group of companies
• Consolidating responses and preparation of control questionnaires to maintain a SOX compliant environment
• Preparation of external statutory reports for payment practices for large group entities
• Assist with providing supporting documentation and analytical reviews / walkthroughs for external and internal audits
• Cover for the Corporate Accountant in the preparation of VAT returns and the review and approval of transactions generated by the finance departments and wider business in line with the business process memo’s i.e. approval of credit note requests.
• To undertake any other duties as requested by the Financial Controller.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Qualified member of CIMA or ACCA or Qualified by Experience
• Proven experience in a busy financial environment
• Deadline focused / Excellent time management skills and ability to handle pressure and conflicting deadlines
• Experience preparing Management Accounts desirable
• interest in Excel with advanced level of knowledge
• Works well under pressure but also on own initiative and as part of team
• Initiative and self-motivation;
• Promotes a positive and friendly culture;
• Efficiency and accuracy;
• Hard working with flexible approach

You may have experience in the following roles: Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant