Financial Accountant

2 weeks ago


Shirley, United Kingdom Randstad Delivery Remote Work Freelance Full time

Job Title: Financial Accountant

Location: Solihull - on-site

Contract Duration: 12 months initially, potential for permanent work afterwards

My client, a prominent player in the healthcare industry, is renowned for developing groundbreaking products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. With a global workforce of 114,000 employees spread across more than 160 countries, they are committed to making a lasting impact on health.

Main Purpose of the Job:

This role is situated within the CFS (Corporate Finance Services) division. Specifically, the position entails financial accounting responsibilities, catering to all CFS requirements within the business for both the UK and Ireland. Additionally, the role extends to encompass broader CFS accounting and tax-related duties in other entities as necessary.

Main Accountabilities:

  • Provide assistance to the Medical Controller in the preparation and submission of Statutory Financial Statements, handling associated external audit requests.
  • Assist the Medical Controller in preparing and submitting Corporation tax returns, and contribute to Corporation tax inquiries.
  • Provide support in the realm of VAT returns, intrastat reporting, and address VAT inquiries.
  • Manage the fixed asset verification process and handle ad hoc issues.
  • Contribute to Month End Close (MEC) and Year End Close tasks and processes as required, liaising with HUB contacts when necessary.
  • Support and participate in the annual Insurance submission process.
  • Undertake specific tasks within the broader group of companies when required.
  • Assist in projects and activities as defined by the Affiliate Finance Director.

General Accountabilities:

  • Adhere to the company's policies and procedures to meet statutory, quality, and business requirements within the overall strategy of the organisation.
  • Take responsibility for health, safety, and environmental performance, ensuring compliance with EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) programs, regulations, and standards as outlined in the EHS Handbook.

Background/Education:

  • Qualified accountant - ACA or ACCA.
  • Solid understanding of Corporation Tax, Statutory Accounting & VAT.
  • Proficient in Excel.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical accounting and taxation issues in a straightforward manner to both Financial and non-Financial managers.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of SAP is a bonus.
  • Previous audit experience would be advantageous.
  • Possession of a driving licence.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.



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