Financial Accountant, Permanent, Birmingham City Centre, £35,000-£43,000, 1 Day WFH + Study Support + a Fantastic Bonus Opportunity

GreenwellGleeson is working with a successful, growing & Niche business based in Birmingham City Centre. This is a brand new role within the team that will report into the Finance Manager. This role will suit a practice accountant looking for their first move into industry.

The Financial Accountant will play an essential part in the Finance Team. Your main focus will be taking primary responsibility for meeting tax and statutory reporting deadlines for the business including VAT returns, CT returns and preparing year-end accounts. The secondary responsibilities of the role will include assisting the team with the production of management accounts, upholding a strong control environment and ad-hoc reporting for business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Preparation of the UK and EU one-stop shop quarterly VAT returns
Lead year-end and statutory audit processes with external auditors
Produce and review balance sheet reconciliations
Control reviews and process improvements
Review of purchase invoice coding, costings, and approvals
Assist in the management account process in key areas such as stock
Oversee the preparation of management accounts in associated companies
Annual tax reporting requirements, including PSA, P11d etc
Preparation and submission of statutory accounts for associated group companies
Corporation tax calculation (including R&D) and submission to HMRC for associated group companies
Produce reports for government bodies such as the ONS
Ad hoc finance work and reporting
Be a role model for other team members.

Essential

Strong attention to detail and a highly organised approach
Experience using a nominal ledger system
ACCA/ACA/CIMA Finalist or Qualified
Advanced Excel, numerical and analytical skills are essential
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and enjoy working in a team
A curious mind and a willingness to learn new skills from others and your own research.

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