Financial Accountant - Michael Page Finance : Job Details

We are seeking a Financial Accountant with exceptional numerical skills to join our Accounting & Finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, with a focus on delivering accurate financial reports and statements within tight deadlines.

Client Details

The company is an impressive fast growing organisation based in Oxford with an increasing need for staff within their Finance department. The business continues to innovate and lead the way within their sector delivering high-quality business solutions. The company prides itself on a culture that values collaboration, integrity, and dedication.

Description

We are seeking a Financial Accountant to prepare accurate financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting regulations. This is a pro-active 'hands on' position, performing a variety of financial and administrative duties across a number of inter-related businesses. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will maintain accurate records, have a good understanding of financial controls and accounting standards, experience in financial reporting and excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Key activities will include:

• Carry out core finance processes, including but not limited to the calculation of depreciation and interest, preparation of accrued and deferred income and expenses, posting journals, intercompany accounts and reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations and VAT returns
• Responsible for maintaining the Fixed Assets Register
• Responsible for timely customer invoicing and debt collection
• Prepare month end working papers, liaising with the wider finance team to ensure accurate representation of records
• Prepare year end working papers, working with external accountants to resolve queries and produce the statutory accounts
• Assist the Finance Manager with external audits
• Responsible for the preparation and filing of dormant accounts
• Management and tracking of customer estimates and supplier purchase orders
• Assist the Finance Manager with tax reporting and payments (Including PSA)
• Develop finance processes
• Monitoring financial controls
• Prepare monthly financial statements
• Prepare and provide Management Reporting to wider finance team

Profile

A successful Financial Accountant should have:

• Strong previous experience in a similar role with experience of financial accounting at month end.
• Studying ACCA/CIMA or significant previous relevant experience.
• Proficiency with accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present financial information in a clear manner.

Job Offer

• An attractive salary package ranging from £40,000 to £45,000 per annum.
• Option to work from home one day per week.
• Study support package and generous benefits package.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.

We encourage all suitable candidates who are ready to take their Financial Accountant career to the next level to apply for this exciting opportunity in Oxford.