Financial Accountant

Otto James Consulting is supporting a Manchester based International brand in the recruitment of a Group Financial Accountant to focus on UK and Mainland Europe consolidated accounts.

My client is a market-leader, with great reputation for customer service, that is investing heavily in growth, multi-site optimisation and market acquisition.

The Role – Financial Accountant

A ‘high-profile’ role reporting to the Group Finance Director, interacting directly with the Board. The role will provide the successful candidate with a wide-ranging position which has been designed to give you breadth and latitude not the norm in a standard Financial Accounting position.

Duties

1. Monthly - Preparation of month-end workings including consolidation reporting
2. Financial Reporting - Preparation of annual and half-year accounts
3. Preparation of group statutory accounts
4. Preparation of finance Board and Audit committee papers
5. M&A support - investment reporting and due diligence
6. Evaluate new operational and commercial initiatives
7. Provide analysis around capital expenditure investment decisions
8. Monitor financial performance in new business areas
9. Improve financial processes and controls.

This is a challenging role that would best suit a talented qualified accountant with the ability to communicate at a high level, build relationships, develop processes, and understand the necessity of Finance in an internal stake-holding facing position.

The Candidate & Profile

This role is viewed as a ‘fast-track’, career progressive, succession planning opportunity.

They seek a graduate calibre, ACA/ACCA having trained with a top 10 firm, who is top-quartile, impressive, able to demonstrate sound financial and commercial judgement, and able to thrive in a continuous improvement environment/culture.

Key Attributes Sought:

1. High Achieving Accounting Professional
2. Career Driven individual looking for a role outside of the finance norm
3. Project Minded individual who enjoys a challenging role
4. Ability to work in an ad-hoc environment where you are continually adding value

Salary & Package

1. £57,000 to £61,000 for this position
2. Home Working at your discretion
3. Generous Bonus
4. Hybrid & flexible working (2 days work from home)
5. 25 days annual leave + BH
6. Private medical cover
7. Life insurance