Location

Nottingham
East Midlands
United Kingdom

Date Published:

2025-05-03

Online to:

2025-07-02
Pound 15.00 HOUR

Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant - Permanent
Location: Nottingham (Hybrid)
Department: Finance

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an exciting permanent opportunity for a Financial Accountant to join their dynamic Finance team in Nottingham . In this role, you will work closely with the Group Financial Controller to ensure strong control over the balance sheet, providing internal assurance and safeguarding the delivery of statutory audit submissions . There will also be some involvement in systems accounting, to support the implementation of a new ERP system.

Key Responsibilities:

Control : Responsible for preparing monthly accounts , ensuring reconciliations are accurate and that necessary controls are in place. You will manage balance sheet packs , prepare specific reconciliations, and review those prepared by other teams. You will also handle month-end close , including preparing schedules for internal reporting .
External Audit : Assist (or lead) in the audits for the Group , UK , Danish , and Swedish entities. Provide accurate information and prioritise audit requirements to minimise time and cost.
Tax : Prepare VAT returns , ensuring compliance with legislation and reconciling all VAT balances . You will also manage withholding tax transactions and analyse PAYE Settlement Agreements .
Insight : Prepare cash flow forecasts , providing detailed analysis of actual vs. forecasted positions. You will also liaise with Members Advisors to resolve any member-related queries, especially concerning drawings and distributions .
Ad hoc duties as needed to support the Finance team.

Requirements:

Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, logic formulas, and look-ups).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
A relevant qualification such as ACCA/ACA/CIMA, along with relevant experience in finance.
Experience with VAT returns and working with audits .
Strong knowledge of finance systems .
Experience in a dynamic finance environment , managing various tasks and responsibilities.
Exceptional time management and organisational skills , with the ability to prioritise.
Excellent communication skills and a proactive, personable approach.
A willingness to learn new skills and deepen your understanding of the industry.
Industry experience is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer:

Flexible working policy (2 days in the office per week, full-time in the office initially for training and integration).
Competitive salary of between 50,000 to 60,000 and discretionary annual bonus .
Enhanced pension scheme , parental leave , birthday leave , and salary sacrifice options.
Health care packages , discount vouchers , and cycle to work schemes.
Annual leave purchasing/selling and company away days .
Opportunities to engage in charitable work with one paid day off per year.
Access to wellbeing resources including healthcare, mental health support , virtual yoga , and mindfulness sessions .

Our client is committed to fostering a supportive , inclusive , and stimulating workplace. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow and develop in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you!

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