Lead Accountant

3 weeks ago


Walsall, United Kingdom MET Recruitment UK Ltd Remote Work Freelance Full time

Lead Accountant Walsall

This is a key role in the organization s accounting operations we are looking for a member of CIMA or CCAB body with significant post qualification experience and undertaking active CPD.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the preparation and finalization of monthly and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Coordinate and lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, providing detailed variance analysis and financial projections to support business decision-making.
  • Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial data.
  • Manage the accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payments to suppliers and prompt collection from customers.
  • Liaise with external auditors during annual audits, providing all necessary financial records and support to facilitate the audit process.
  • Advise on tax planning and compliance, including the preparation and submission of tax returns and liaising with tax authorities as required.
  • Mentor and supervise junior accounting staff, providing training and development to enhance their skills and performance.
  • Research and implement new accounting software and systems to improve financial reporting efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

  • A relevant degree such as bachelor s/ master s degree in accounting, Finance, Education, Business/Administration, Business, Economics, Auditing, Business Law, MBA, Public Administration.
  • Licensing or Certifications: CIMA, CCAB, CPD

Desired skills include proficiency in accounting software, Excel

6-12 month contract - Walsall
£48,000 pa


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