Financial Accountant

4 weeks ago

Finsbury, United Kingdom Smart DCC Full time

Financial Accountant with Smart DCC

London only

Competitive Salary plus benefits


Role

The purpose of this role is to ensure effective financial and management accounting across the organisation by assisting the development of, and adherence to, financial controls and systems associated with the DCC business.

The Financial Accountant is responsible for the gathering and monitoring of financial data, preparing accurate management and statutory accounts, and other financial reporting and controls.

The Financial Accountant will support the Financial Controller in the delivery of the wider Finance team objectives and the implementation of continuous improvement across the function.

What will you be doing?

  • Performing necessary financial control activities, taking ownership of key process such as tracking and posting month-end journals, and performing Balance Sheet reconciliations and reporting.
  • Prepare and support DCCs monthly management account process and analyse and review variances between actuals and forecast for your areas of the P&L.
  • Investigate unreconciled or aged items to identify issues and look to resolve and escalate where necessary.
  • Support in the year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results and commentary on financial performance.
  • Assist in the internal and external audit process and preparation of statutory financial information.
  • Assist with any ad hoc projects to improve the Financial Control environment, challenging existing processes, and identifying and driving improvements as required.
  • Gain an understanding of the internal control environment, ensuring compliance with internal control policies and identifying and escalating risk areas.
  • Build key stakeholder relationships with key members of finance and the wider business.
  • Maintain relationships and collaborate with offshore teams to ensure reporting timelines are met and information is recorded in the correct period.
  • Assist in the performance of any other tasks as necessary.


What are we looking for?

Essential:

Professional accounting qualification either CIMA/ACA/ACCA with up to 1 year post qualified experience.

Strong academic record with excellent analytical skills.

Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS, GAAP).

Experience in design delivery of the financial close process, financial reporting, and control.

Excellent organizational skills with experience of managing time to deliver on a number of projects concurrently.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate and drive execution at all levels of the organization.

Experience of managing demanding stakeholders and influencing teams outside of direct function.

Demonstrates the ability to lead other internal stakeholders to help deliver a collective goal.

  • Be comfortable with a hybrid workplace, attending the office 8 days per month as a minimum.

Desirable:

Experience of working in the energy, government, or telecommunications sectors desirable but not essential.

Experience of working in a regulated environment desirable but not essential.

Comfortable operating within a matrix reporting structure.

Experience of using SAP.


About the DCC:

At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldnt be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, well give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whether its doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want well give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britains energy system and helping the countrys fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey.


Company benefits:

The DCCs continued success depends on our people. Its important to us that you enjoy coming to work, and feel healthy, happy and rewarded. In this role, youll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle.

If there are any questions youd like to ask before applying, please contact or complete your application, so we can learn more about you. Your application will be carefully considered, and youll hear from us regarding its progress.

Join the DCC and discover the power of you.


What to do now

Choose Apply now to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

As a Disability Confident member, DCC is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, need a copy of this job advert in an alternative format, or have any other questions youd like to ask before applying, please contact


Capita Opportunity Statement:

The parent company, Capita Plc*, are a leading UK provider of technology enabled business services. Were supporting and improving the lives of millions of people every day and we can only do this with the right people in place, working towards a shared goal. We encourage an open, honest working environment where everyone can be true to themselves, and people are valued for their differences. Were always challenging each other to learn and improve, because we know when we work together, we can deliver better outcomes. We work across such a huge range of businesses and sectors, that youll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in any number of directions. Youll also become part of a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative, and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and well provide the support you need to do deliver. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.


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