Financial Accountant - Page Personnel Public Sector & Not for profit : Job Details

We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Financial Accountant to ensure our financial operations are accurate, timely, and compliant. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles and excellent numerical skills.

Client Details

Global charity within the Arts industry

Description

Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and Publishing.

As directed complete tasks that contribute to the monthly financial close process.

Reconcile general ledger control accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed. Specifically reconcile examination income with cash receipts in the Unit4 ERPx system from over 90 countries, ensuring accuracy across multiple currencies and payment channels.

Review monthly payroll journals and ensure payroll data is accurately reconciled.

As directed prepare and post monthly accruals and prepayments.

Post ad hoc journal entries and corrections.

Profile

Part-qualified professional accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent)

Experience of year end processes and liaising with auditors

Experience of statutory accounts preparation, preferably in the charity sector

Experience of preparing workings for Corporation Tax returns

Knowledge of financial controls and fraud prevention

A good working knowledge of statutory accounts, preferably in the charity sector

Knowledge of UK and international VAT/GST and tax compliance

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with a strong working knowledge of the following:

Functions (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, IF, CONCATENATE, MATCH, RIGHT/LEFT etc)

Pivot tables

Working with large data sets (1,000+ transactions)

Experience of working with other Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook)

Experience of working with Unit4 ERPx

Ability to prioritise and make decisions using a risk-based approach

Ability to foster effective working relationships with external advisers - e.g. auditors, local accountants, tax advisors

Ability to persuade colleagues to adopt good business practice and comply with financial control procedures

Experience of treasury management including cash flow management, foreign exchange transactions and e-banking arrangements

Significant experience working in a similar financial accounting role

Experience of reconciling control accounts

Experience of meeting deadlines without compromising accuracy

Experience of delivering services to a high standard and providing information accurately and promptly

Ability to work effectively under pressure and plan own workload to meet deadlines

Ability to be self-motivating and work with limited supervision

Strong organisational skills

Job Offer

• An estimated daily salary range of £155.7 - £190.3 GBP.
• A vibrant and inclusive company culture that values employee development.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse and dynamic team.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in the heart of London.

We encourage all qualified candidates who are ready to make a significant impact in the recruitment consultancy industry to apply for this exciting opportunity.