Senior Financial Accountant

4 weeks ago


St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Aila Recruitment Full time
About the Role:

The Financial Accountant is a key member of the group financial reporting team. As a Senior Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for assisting with the monthly accounting cycle, including ownership over P&L and balance sheet lines and the production of relevant and meaningful analysis, commentary and reconciliations around areas of reporting.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Take ownership of balance sheet and P&L accounts and assume responsibility for financial reporting and operational queries relating to those areas
  • Provide insightful and meaningful commentary around P&L variances to budget and prior month/year
  • Prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations every month promptly
  • Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
  • Be willing and able to challenge and manage stakeholders in areas of responsibility
  • Ensure accounting standards are adhered to while having due regard for the motivations of other departments
  • Support with month-end and year-end close processes
  • Support with interim and year-end audit queries around areas of responsibility
  • Suggest process and control changes to drive continual improvement around financial control and reporting
  • Perform other ad-hoc duties and reporting as needed

About the Company:

Our client, a market leader and multi-site business, is exclusively partnered with Aila Recruitment to recruit a Financial Accountant to join their month end finance team. The company has a turnover of ~£4bn and operates more than 1000 sites nationwide. They are a leader in their field, with continuous plans for acquisitions, and have a high progression and retention rate. They are also focused on sustainability with an excellent culture and environment.

What they Offer:
  • Competitive salary: £60,000 - £75,000
  • Performance-based bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Hybrid working (3 days in, 2 remote)
  • Opportunity to progress in a multi-site Retailer


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