<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><div><strong>Senior Financial Accountant</strong></div><div><strong>6 Month Contract - Permanent</strong></div><div><strong>Up to £65,000 + Bonus</strong></div><div><strong>London | Full Time </strong></div><div> </div><div>Are you an experienced Financial Accountant who is looking to join an exciting company? You will be a key player in driving financial accuracy, compliance, and efficiency within a fast-paced and growing business. This role is more than just numbers-it's about delivering insights, optimising processes, and ensuring financial integrity that supports strategic decision-making. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, streamline reporting, and contribute to the company's financial success. </div><div><div class="group/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"><div class="flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3"><div class="flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow"><div class="min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5" dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="f6b014cd-6977-4268-8dcb-b32096ed5cf5" data-message-model-slug="gpt-4o"><div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]"><div class="markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light"><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><ul><li>Prepare and post month-end journals </li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts and perform daily reconciliations.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet control accounts and make necessary adjustments.</li><li>Reconcile all bank accounts including the main account &amp; Euro account</li><li>Analyse and process unposted payments and receipts, ensuring accurate journal entries.</li><li>Manage fixed assets, including creating assets on the Fixed Asset Register </li><li>Process wholesale and retail payroll journals and reconcile payroll accounts.</li><li>Ensure all necessary corrections and adjustments are completed for accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of weekly cash forecasts in collaboration with Credit Control.</li><li>Review and verify payments processed</li></ul><h3><strong><span style="font-size: small;">Tax &amp; Audit Compliance</span></strong></h3><ul><li>Support with ensuring compliance across tax streams (Corporate Tax, VAT, Customs, Employment Tax, etc.).</li><li>Prepare and file UK and Irish VAT returns accurately and on time.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of UK and Irish corporation tax files.</li><li>Support the year-end audit process, including preparing audit files and responding to auditor requests.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of yearly financial statement<strong>s</strong></li></ul><h2><span style="font-size: small;">Key Requirements:</span></h2><ul><li>Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).</li><li>Strong financial reporting and reconciliation skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.</li><li>Problem-solving mindse<strong>t</strong> with a proactive approach.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.</li></ul><h3><span style="font-size: small;">Desirable (but not essential):</span></h3><ul><li>Experience using SAP or other ERP systems.</li><li>Background in consumer, retail, or FMCG industries.</li></ul><p>BBBH32524</p></div></dd>