Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant | Chester | £50,000 - £55,000

An opportunity to join a large international Manufacturing business with their UK head office based in Chester.

Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will have a broad hands on role with main duties consisting of;

• Assist in compiling monthly and yearly financial statements.
• Prepare duty reports and calculate VAT returns.
• Work closely with both internal and external auditors.
• Manage master data within the ERP system and contribute to system upgrades and new module implementations.
• Conduct reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, encompassing both general ledger and sub-ledger accounts.
• Understand significant balances or discrepancies to furnish accurate explanations to the Group Finance Manager.
• Aid in drafting statutory accounts, including relevant notes and disclosures.
• Analyse corporation tax and R&D initiatives.
• Verify compliance with financial authorities, policies, and protocols.

Candidate profile;

• ACA/ACCA Qualified
• Strong technical background
• Understanding of IFRS reporting principles ideally
• ERP system experience

Benefits;

• Hybrid working 3 & 2
• Flexible working hours
• Continuous training and development
• Annual bonus
• 5% company pension
• 26 days holiday