Financial Accountant

1 day ago


Durham Durham, County Durham, United Kingdom Hays Accountancy and Finance Full time

Your new company
A well-known international manufacturer is looking to recruit a Financial Accountant following the recent retirement of a valued member of staff, alongside an increase in responsibility for the Durham site.
Your new role
Working closely with Durham-based FD, you will be key to ensuring the financial operations are managed smoothly and reported on accurately.
A key part of the role will be the responsibility for the reporting and analysis of the overhead costs, with key duties including:-

  • Monthly overheard report preparation
  • Variance analysis
  • Balance sheet reconciliation
  • Budgetary review
  • Forecasting
  • Variance analysis
  • Preparation of reports

What you'll need to succeed
Ideally, you will be actively studying towards a formal accountancy qualification such as ACCA, ACA or CIMA. You will already have at least 2 years' experience of working within finance, ideally already taking responsibility for the Balance Sheet and key accounts. Further knowledge of an ERP system such as SAP, JD Edwards or Oracle would be an advantage. Strong excel skills and an ability to use Pivot Tables, V Looks and Sum Ifs is essential.
What you'll get in return
You will be offered the opportunity to join an established team, working closely with the on-site FD whilst having other Part-Quals and Qualified accountants as part of your wider Durham-based team.

  • 25 days holiday plus BH
  • Hybrid working post probation
  • Enhanced pension
  • Free parking
  • Study support
  • Additional Benefits package
  • Early finish on a Friday

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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