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General Ledger Accountant - Hybrid - Nottingham

Gleeson Recruitment Group
Posted 9 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG42QU, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • We are looking for a detail-oriented General Ledger Accountant to join our finance team on an interim basis in Nottingham.
  • The successful candidate will need 2-5 years of experience in general ledger accounting and will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and ensuring timely month-end close processes.
  • Key responsibilities include preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting in financial reporting and audits.
  • Applicants should have a solid understanding of accounting principles, proficiency in accounting software, and strong skills in Microsoft Excel.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and will be discussed during the interview process.
General Ledger Accountant - Hybrid - Nottingham Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical General Ledger Accountant to join our finance team on an interim basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, ensuring timely and accurate month-end close processes, reconciling accounts, and supporting financial reporting activities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation.

  • Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.

  • Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.

  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.

  • Assist in preparing financial statements

  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate cost allocations and entries.

  • Assist in audits by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.

  • Analyse financial data and trends to support decision-making.

  • Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules (if applicable).

  • Support process improvements and automation initiatives in the accounting function.

Qualifications:
  • QBE or Part Qualified.

  • 2-5 years of experience in general ledger accounting or a similar role.

  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.

  • Experience with accounting software

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).

  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.