Financial Accountant - Visual effects

I am looking for a newly or part qualified Financial Accountant to join one of my clients here in London on an interim basis who specialise in immersive experiences globally. You will join a friendly team and guide more junior members on this journey. The key part of this role is reconciliations and process improvement.

• Ownership in the resolution of open accounting issues
• Ownership in the month-end global close of subsidiaries
• Robust preparation of month-end balance sheet reconciliation for some of the subsidiaries within the group
• Assisting the FC with variance analysis
• Provide guidance on correct accounting treatment for junior members of staff
• Lead monthly meetings with senior finance staff to review reconciliation and highlight any misstatements or material incorrect entries
• Reviewing and identifying both control and process improvements
• Overseeing the application of travel and expense claim policies
• Assist with fieldwork for year-end statutory group audit
• Updating process and accounting policy documents
• Supporting the Finance Manager and FP&A Manager with adhoc tasks as required

• Part or newly qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA Accountant with a proven track record in management accounting.
• Knowledge of VAT and tax from a UK perspective
• Experience of consolidation of multi-national, multi-currency group
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to investigate and understand variances and underlying reasons
• Meticulous attention to detail and an inquiring mind for accurate financial reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to confidently liaise with various departments and stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to provide industry-leading customer service to internal and external customers.

This is a hybrid role with 3 days spent in Waterloo and 2 days WFH. Got the the required skills? Apply today. My client is in need of someone who is available immediately or has a short notice period.

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