Group Financial Accountant

2 weeks ago


Darlington, United Kingdom Connectment Full time
The Opportunity:
For this Group Financial Accountant position, this is a newly created role and sits within the Group Finance team. Primarily you will have exposure to senior stakeholders on a daily basis and you will be responsible for the day-to-day cash management of the Group.
Some of the key responsibilities for this successful person would be but no limited to:
* You will be involved in various transformation projects, ensuring you’re always challenged and growing in your role.
* Daily and monthly reporting to senior management up to PLC Board level.
* Managing daily cash flow requirements of the Group across multiple locations and currencies, including financing the Group’s subsidiaries.
* Maintaining the head office accounting records covering technical accounting areas such as financial instrument valuations.
* Ownership of the intra-month and 12 month rolling cash flow forecasts of the consolidated group, working closely with key stakeholders to facilitate the efficient management of cash and to drive proactive engagement and accuracy of forecasting.
* Assisting with the financial reporting requirements of the Group for interim and year end reporting to the stock exchange.
* Liaising with auditors during the interim and year end reporting cycles.
* Manage compliance with group treasury policy including managing foreign exchange exposure, interest rate and credit risk.
* Responsible for managing compliance with the Group’s debt facilities across multi-currency pools, including covenant compliance and lender information undertakings.
* Supporting finance transformation projects to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financial reporting and control including adoption of new technology solutions.
The Candidate:
Are you interested in gaining experience within a large, complex FTSE 250 Listed organisation? You may be an experienced qualified accountant looking for an interesting role, or looking for a step-up to propel your career.
The successful Group Financial Accountant will be/have:
* First and foremost you'll have a professional qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) or you might be a Part Qualified Accountant or Qualified by Experience (QBE)
* You will have proven financial accounting knowledge and be curious in learning and being involved in Treasury
* There will be an opportunity to be involved in projects and transformation change, as this will be an area to be promoted, so an interest to be part of treasury related projects
* Also, there will be an opportunity to gain exposure to Treasury technologies
* You'll have strong attention to detail and analytical capabilities
* Excellent communication skills at all levels, with the ability to influence and drive improvement
* Strong IT knowledge including advanced Excel skills
* Comfortable using your initiative and embrace change with a desire to implement new ideas and processes
* Be able to demonstrates a pro-active attitude is important
Benefits:
Competitive salary, inclusive of car allowance
24 days rising to 26 days with length of service, plus bank holidays
Pension 5% employee contributions
Financial benefits
Lifestyle & Wellbeing benefits
Motoring benefits
Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements (2-3 days in office)
Company events (Summer/Christmas - opt in/opt out)
An inclusive and open workplace
Fantastic career development prospects
Financial Benefits - Enjoy the security of free life assurance, a save-as-you-earn scheme, an employee referral scheme (earning £1,000 per referral), and our Benefits App with discounts and cashback at top retailers like Tesco, Asda, Currys, B&Q, and Wickes.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Services - Access our colleague assistance programme with 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy plus cycle to work, eyecare vouchers, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan and Travel Insurance.
Motoring Benefits - Take advantage of exclusive employee vehicle-leasing schemes, discounted repairs, and reduced rates on weekend car and van hires.
A free financial wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay, helps you save, provides financial advice and offers even more discounts on your shopping.
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