Financial Accountant - Robert Half : Job Details

Salary: £48,000 per annum

Location: Newport

Job Title: Financial Accountant

About the Company:

A leading organisation in the manufacturing space, known for its global reach and commitment to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional services. With a large, multifaceted finance team supporting multiple business units, the business fosters a collaborative and growth-driven work environment. Employees are empowered to thrive, develop their skills, and make significant contributions to the company's ongoing success in a competitive marketplace.

Job Description:

Seeking a Financial Accountant to join a large and dynamic finance team. This role involves managing complex financial processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and delivering in-depth financial analysis that supports critical decision-making across various departments. The Financial Accountant will collaborate with multiple internal stakeholders and play a key role in optimising financial performance within a large-scale, fast-paced business environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS, supporting various business units.
• Manage the general ledger for a large volume of transactions, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial activities.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations, including multi-currency bank accounts, inter-company receivables, and payables.
• Assist in the development and review of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis for multiple departments or divisions.
• Collaborate with tax teams to prepare and review tax returns, ensuring full compliance with local, state, federal, and international regulations.
• Lead and participate in financial audits, working closely with external auditors across various regions.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure consistent data integrity across a large organisation.
• Monitor and forecast cash flow, managing working capital for various business segments, and providing actionable recommendations to improve financial outcomes.
• Prepare and present financial reports and insights to senior leadership teams and other departments to support strategic decision-making.
• Stay updated with financial regulations, accounting standards, and best practices that impact a large, international organisation.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Accountant, Qualified by experience Accountant.

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