We are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to monitor financial data and prepare accurate financial statements. The role involves budgeting, reporting, internal audits, and ensuring that all financial records are well-organised and reconciled. This is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment and see tangible results from your work.

The successful candidate must be willing to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare underlying working papers for external audit purposes.
• Compile and analyse budgets.
• Liaise with external auditors during audit processes.
• Manage financial statement audits and other agreed engagements.
• Examine, analyse, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements.
• Prepare annual, interim, monthly financial statements and management accounts.
• Organise, prepare, and review bookkeeping transactions.
• Gather and monitor financial data such as sales revenues and liabilities.
• Identify, investigate, and report on accounting discrepancies.
• Conduct risk analyses for potential investments.
• Analyse financial trends.
• Perform month-end and year-end close processes.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6-7 years of experience in a financial department.
• Budget preparation and analysis experience.
• IFRS statutory reporting experience (essential).
• Extensive CaseWare experience (essential).
• Tax experience (essential).
• Sage ERP experience (advantageous).
• Additional certification (e.g., CPA) is beneficial.
• Experience with consolidations is advantageous.

Skills

• Strong numerical ability and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical and accurate.
• Achievement-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Deadline-driven with a strong sense of urgency.
• Effective time management.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Adaptability and resilience in changing environments.