Financial Accountant

International Organisation

Open to First Time Mover

Talented Senior Board looking to grow and mentor

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

Monthly - Preparation of month-end workings including consolidation reporting

Financial Reporting - Preparation of annual and half-year accounts

Preparation of group statutory accounts

Preparation of finance Board and Audit committee papers

M&A support - investment reporting and due diligence

Evaluate new operational and commercial initiatives

Provide analysis around capital expenditure investment decisions

Monitor financial performance in new business areas

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

High Achieving Accounting Professional

Career Driven individual looking for a role outside of the finance norm

Project Minded individual who enjoys a challenging role

Ability to work in an ad-hoc environment where you are continuingly adding value

Salary & Package

£41,000 to £50,000 for this position

Home Working at your discretion

Generous Bonus

Hybrid & flexible working (2 days work from home)

25 days annual leave + BH

Private medical cover

Life insurance