About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join the finance team at a multi-million-pound manufacturing organisation, based in Sheffield, on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role requires an immediate start or availability at very short notice, making it ideal for a UK-qualified accountant ready to step into a dynamic corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting

Schedule, coordinate, and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
Liaise with the FSSC on centralised sub-ledger processes.
Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations and journal entries.
Analyse financial results against expectations, budgets, and forecasts.
Provide technical accounting support to finance teams, senior management, and HQ.
Mentor and develop team members in the accounting department.
Ensure compliance with accounting, tax, and company law changes.
Act as the primary contact for external auditors, tax consultants, and authorities.
Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts for UK entities.

Treasury

Manage short-term and long-term liquidity planning, optimising financial processes.
Oversee operational banking, coordinating with corporate bankers, FSSC, and Group Treasury.
Report liquidity positions to senior management and process intercompany funding and hedging requirements.
Mentor and develop team members in the treasury department.

Tax

Manage corporation tax, deferred tax, VAT, and other applicable tax filings.
Act as the main contact for HMRC, external tax consultants, auditors, and corporate tax teams.
Investigate and resolve tax-related issues while identifying potential tax risks or opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

UK-qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA).
Several years of professional experience in a corporate finance function or practice.
Strong leadership and management skills.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary - up to £60,000 per annum.
Generous holiday allowance - 30 days plus bank holidays.
Hybrid working options - balance office and remote work.
Flexitime policy - core hours 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM, with flexibility.
Bank extra holiday - work additional hours and bank up to 6 extra days off.

Why Join This Company?

Work with a forward-thinking team in a large, corporate setting within the manufacturing industry.
Opportunities to gain valuable experience in a leading organisation.
Engage in diverse financial projects with strategic business impact.

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