Financial Accountant
19 days ago
Dartford
A newly created opportunity for a technically strong Financial Accountant to take ownership of core financial accounting, statutory reporting, treasury management and audit processes for a dynamic, multi-entity group. The role offers excellent exposure to senior leadership and the chance to shape and improve processes within a supportive finance team. Client Details Our client is a respected, fast-moving group with a strong presence in its sector and a reputation for high standards, continuous improvement and a collaborative culture. With ongoing investment in systems, people and processes, the business offers a stable environment while encouraging initiative, accountability and professional growth. Description As the Financial Accountant, you will play a key role in delivering accurate, complete and timely financial information for internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include: • Preparation of monthly internal entity reporting for Board review., • Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy against third-party support., • Management of the treasury function, including 13-week cash flow forecasting, foreign currency activity, bank administration and ID facility oversight., • Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting., • Leading the external audit process, coordinating queries and ensuring timely completion., • Preparation of statutory accounts for the group, supporting the annual audit and Companies House submissions., • Managing and developing the Financial Accounts Assistant, providing technical support and fostering a high-performance culture. The ideal candidate will have: • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification (or equivalent)., • Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in statutory accounts, VAT and audit., • Experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations and delivering accurate month-end reporting., • Treasury, cash flow forecasting or banking administration experience (desirable)., • Strong systems competency; experience with ERP systems advantageous, • Confident communication skills and the ability to liaise with auditors and senior stakeholders. Competitive salary and benefits - £65-75,000 + benefits which include hybrid working (2dpw in the office), pension, and autonomy.