Job Summary
A seasoned Financial Accountant is sought after by our client, a leading Construction/Facilities Management company. This individual will play a pivotal role in the Finance team, working closely with the Financial Controller to drive growth and success.
Responsibilities:
* Prepare year-end financial statements, ensuring compliance with Accounting Standards.
* Conduct cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and analyze margins, variances, and cost analysis in collaboration with the Financial Controller.
* IDentify areas of weakness and develop projects to improve financial efficiency.
* Oversee day-to-day finance and accounts operations, including full spectrum of financial and cost accounting functions.
* Maintain and manage the company asset base, including fixed assets, leased assets, cash management, debtors, creditors, and retentions.
* Ensure effective site financial controls are in place to minimize risk.
* Compile annual returns, monthly management accounts, external reporting, tax compliance, and manage the audit process.
* Liaise with Financial Controller, COO, and Heads of Department to ensure output and invoicing aligns with cash flow by project.
* Work consultatively with departments on cost reduction initiatives and highlighting possible overruns.
Key Skills:
* Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, CPA, ACCA)
* Excellent IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems
* Strong communication and numerical skills
* Good knowledge of accounting regulations
* Able to multitask and meet deadlines
* Experience using ABM and company secretarial an advantage