Job Description
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the month end process, including preparation of Management accounts using computerised accounting package (SAGE Intacct - P&L, Balance Sheet, Variance Analysis)
* Prepare/review bank reconciliations, cashflow forecasts and weekly bank and cash reports
* Reconcile Balance Sheet Accounts with full Balance Sheet Schedules
* Review key journals including Accruals, Prepayments etc.
* Review monthly overheads
* Coordinate monthly payroll process and overview of weekly payroll
* Manage payroll-related activities including Pensions, PIIDs, Life Assurance and all relevant returns
* Responsible for managing Fixed Assets Register in SAGE and all CAPEX expenditure
* Reconcile VAT returns to ledger and investigate any differences
Accountabilities
* Assist in the preparation of year end audit file
* Liaise with external auditors during the audit or as and when required
* Assist in preparation of annual and monthly budgets and forecasts
* Assist in analysis of group results and any ad hoc analysis as appropriate
Requirements
* Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
* Strong systems experience
* Good team player
* Strong technical accounting experience
Desirable Skills
* Stakeholder Management
* Problem solver
* Desire to work on projects