About this role

Own the end-to-end month-end close for Shared Services entities, delivering accurate management accounts to Group reporting deadlines providing clear variance analysis and commentary against budget, forecast and prior period.
Maintain a strong control environment over the general ledger, with timely and well-supported balance sheet reconciliations.
Take ownership of monthly balance sheet reconciliations ensuring all balances are understood, supported and cleared on a timely basis.
Manage intercompany activity and recharges between Shared Services entities and the wider Group, liaising with counterparts to resolve any discrepancies.
Partner with stakeholders across Shared Services and the wider Group, providing financial insight and support to inform business decisions.
Own cashflow reporting and forecasting, working closely with Treasury.
Support the annual budget and quarterly reforecast cycles for the Shared Services entities.
Act as a key point of contact for external auditors.
Assist with VAT returns, corporation tax packs and other statutory submissions in conjunction with the Group Tax function and external advisors.
Play an active role in the migration of the Shared Services entities onto Sage Intacct, and help embed standard processes across the team.
Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Qualified accountant with 2-3 years post-qualified experience
Strong technical accounting knowledge with practical application of UK GAAP and exposure to IFRS
Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g. Sage, Workday, Oracle)
Strong attention to detail with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, transformation environment.
Self starter, pragmatic problem solver and clear communicator.

Financial Accountant

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