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Heywood
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Temporary Financial Accountant Role in Heywood

This temporary Financial Accountant role in Heywood requires expertise in accounting and finance ideally within the industrial/manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, compliance, and process improvements.

Client Details

This company are a profitable and successful manufacturing business with sites all over Europe who are experiencing a sustained period of growth making it an excellent time to join the business. They are a highly sought after employer to work for offer an excellent range of benefits and state of the art office environment.

Description

The Financial Accountant role will initially be a temporary assignment with the option to extend and will be 100% office based in Heywood. Reporting to the Financial Controller, key duties will include:

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  • Prepare accurate financial statements and reports in line with regulations.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Monitor and improve financial controls and processes.
  • Support internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation.
  • Reconcile accounts and ensure accuracy of financial data.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial efficiency.
  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to stakeholders.

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In Order To Apply For The Role You Should

  • Be ACCA/CIMA Part Qualified or Qualified by experience
  • Have experience in Balance sheet reconciliation and a strong understanding of debits and credits
  • Any manufacturing experience preferable, however not essential
  • Have experience in Financial Accounting
  • Be able to commute 5 days per week to Heywood site
  • Be able to consider a temporary role initially

Job Offer

  • Opportunity for role to be extended
  • Opportunity to join growing company
  • Excellent company pension and healthcare if the role were to go permanent
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Skills

Financial Reporting
Compliance
Process Improvements
Budgeting
Forecasting
Variance Analysis
Financial Controls
Audits
Account Reconciliation
Financial Data Accuracy
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Financial Insights
Stakeholder Recommendations

Location

Heywood, England, United Kingdom

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