Are you a skilled and proactive accountant looking for a varied role across a group of dynamic businesses?We are recruiting a Financial Accountant on behalf of our client - an established group operating in retail, logistics, and distribution. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of key finance processes across multiple entities in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.
What you’ll be doing:As Financial Accountant, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Financial Controller and ensuring the smooth operation of the finance function across three businesses.
Key responsibilities include:
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Managing the purchase ledger, including data entry into SAGE and bank reconciliation spreadsheets
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Handling weekly supplier payment runs and foreign exchange payments via platforms such as TransferWise and Equals Money
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Inputting invoices into Sigma and Moveware systems
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Reconciling petty cash and analysing credit card transactions
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Processing weekly timesheets and managing monthly payroll
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Reconciling Caxton card loads and employee trip expenses
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Handling contra entries and intercompany recharges and reconciliations
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Preparing monthly management accounts and completing month-end processes
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Generating monthly sales reports and profitability reports
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Preparing and submitting VAT returns, including monitoring VAT deferments
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Processing purchase orders for the packaging department
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Supervising a Purchase Ledger Assistant
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Posting accruals, prepayments, and nominal journals
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Ensuring a smooth and timely flow of invoices and payments
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Supporting the Financial Controller with ad hoc tasks and reporting
? Solid experience in a financial or management accounting role? Proficient in SAGE and strong working knowledge of Excel? Experience in multi-entity or intercompany accounting? Good understanding of VAT and payroll processes? Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines? Clear and confident communication skills? Familiarity with Sigma and Moveware is an advantage (training provided if needed)? Supervisory experience is beneficial
Why apply?-
Join a collaborative and growing finance team
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Work across multiple businesses with a varied workload
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Contribute directly to the financial health of a fast-paced organisation
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Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package