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Financial Accountant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Leeds

AI generated summary

  • You must be a fully qualified ACA/ACCA accountant with strong financial accounting experience, technical skills, stakeholder engagement ability, and excellent analytical skills in a fast-paced environment.
  • You will prepare financial accounts, manage balance sheet reconciliations, create profit and loss statements, assist with group reporting, VAT returns, tax compliance, and support process improvements.

Requirements

  • Fully qualified Accountant, ideally ACA / ACCA with a strong financial accounting and controls background.
  • Experience working in a technical accounting role.
  • Experience working in a fast paced environment.
  • Ambitious individual who is self motivated.
  • Ability to work with senior stakeholders across the business.
  • Excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities

  • Preparing financial accounts.
  • Taking ownership of balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Preparing the monthly profit and loss statement.
  • Assisting with group reporting.
  • Implementing and managing financial controls and risk.
  • Assisting with the delivery of continuous process and control improvements.
  • Preparing VAT returns.
  • Supporting with tax reporting and compliance.
  • Supporting the wider finance team.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Financial Accountant.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Leeds.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should be fully qualified Accountants, ideally ACA or ACCA with a strong financial accounting and controls background.

Is prior experience in industry required for this role?

This position is suitable for candidates who are ideally Practice trained and looking to make a first move into Industry.

What kind of tasks will the Financial Accountant be responsible for?

The Financial Accountant will be responsible for preparing financial accounts, taking ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, preparing monthly profit and loss statements, assisting with group reporting, implementing financial controls, preparing VAT returns, and supporting tax reporting and compliance.

What skills are important for this role?

Important skills include excellent analytical skills, experience in a technical accounting role, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and the capacity to interact with senior stakeholders.

What benefits does the company offer?

The company offers hybrid working, free onsite parking, and a great company culture.

How can candidates apply for this position?

Candidates can apply by sending their CV, quoting the reference number, and specifying the website where the position was advertised.

Who should candidates contact for further details?

Candidates should contact Emma Dugdale for further details.

What should candidates expect regarding the application process?

Due to the high volume of applications, candidates should accept that if they have not received a response within seven days, their application has not been successful.

Human Resources
Industry
11-50
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment agency based in the UK, focusing on finance, accountancy, and business support roles. Their ultimate mission is to connect talented professionals with the right job opportunities, providing tailored recruitment solutions for both candidates and clients. The company's purpose is to deliver exceptional service by understanding the unique needs of each individual and organization, ensuring successful and lasting placements.