Hays
Financial Accountant
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About our client
Hays Senior Finance are partnering exclusively with a global leading engineering business based in Tewkesbury. Due to continued growth and development within the finance function, they are seeking a talented Financial Accountant to join their team.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or recently qualified accountant looking to make their first or second move from practice into industry. Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, you will play a key role in statutory reporting, financial controls, compliance and technical accounting, supporting a complex and highly regulated manufacturing environment.
The role offers exposure to IFRS and UK GAAP accounting standards, interaction with senior stakeholders across the business and the opportunity to develop your career within a globally recognised Engineering organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting packs.
- Support the month-end and year-end close process.
- Prepare statutory financial statements under both IFRS and UK GAAP.
- Assist with technical accounting assessments and implementation of new accounting standards.
- Lead the balance sheet reconciliation process and ensure robust financial controls are maintained.
- Coordinate and support external audit activities, acting as a key contact for auditors.
- Assist with tax reporting, including corporation tax and VAT compliance.
- Support SOX and internal control compliance activities where required.
- Review and improve financial processes, controls and reporting efficiencies.
- Partner with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and support business decision-making.
- Assist with ad hoc finance projects, including system enhancements and process improvement initiatives.
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About You
Essential Requirements
- ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
- Recently qualified within a Top 20, mid-tier or independent accountancy practice.
- Strong understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP.
- Experience preparing statutory accounts and supporting audits.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proactive approach with a desire to learn and develop.
Desirable Requirements
- Manufacturing, aerospace or engineering sector exposure.
- Experience working with complex group structures.
- Knowledge of internal controls, SOX or compliance frameworks.
- Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or similar.
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What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000.
- Life assurance.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Ongoing professional and career development.
- Opportunity to work within a global engineering organisation at the forefront of innovation.
Why Apply?
This role is ideally suited to a high-calibre ACA or ACCA qualified accountant seeking their first or second move from practice. You'll gain exposure to a technically challenging environment, work alongside experienced finance professionals and develop your career within a well-respected multinational business operating in the engineering sector.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Technical Accounting
- First or Second time mover
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