Senior Financial Accountant - Zachary Daniels : Job Details

Senior Financial Accountant | 6 Month Contract - Permanent | Up to £65,000 + Bonus | London | Full Time Office Based

Are you an experienced Financial Accountant who is looking to join an exciting company? You will be a key player in driving financial accuracy, compliance, and efficiency within a fast-paced and growing business. This role is more than just numbers-it's about delivering insights, optimising processes, and ensuring financial integrity that supports strategic decision-making. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, streamline reporting, and contribute to the company's financial success.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Prepare and post month-end journals
• Maintain general ledger accounts and perform daily reconciliations.
• Reconcile balance sheet control accounts and make necessary adjustments.
• Reconcile all bank accounts including the main account & Euro account
• Analyse and process unposted payments and receipts, ensuring accurate journal entries.
• Manage fixed assets, including creating assets on the Fixed Asset Register (FAR) and posting monthly depreciation charges.
• Process wholesale and retail payroll journals and reconcile payroll accounts.
• Ensure all necessary corrections and adjustments are completed for accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of weekly cash forecasts in collaboration with Credit Control.
• Review and verify payments processed

• Support with ensuring compliance across tax streams (Corporate Tax, VAT, Customs, Employment Tax, etc.).
• Prepare and file UK and Irish VAT returns accurately and on time.
• Assist in the preparation of UK and Irish corporation tax files.
• Ensure compliance with customs procedures, partnering with Logistics and Customer Service for Inward and Outward Processing.
• Support the year-end audit process, including preparing audit files and responding to auditor requests.
• Assist in the preparation of yearly financial statements.

• Act as a deputy for the Chief Accountant in their absence.
• Support the CFO and Chief Accountant with ad hoc financial projects as required.

• Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Strong financial reporting and reconciliation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.

• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems.
• Background in consumer, retail, or FMCG industries.

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