Financial Accountant - Venn Group : Job Details

Venn Group is delighted to be partnered with a renowned broadcasting corporation to recruit a Financial Accountant for a 5-month interim assignment. This role focuses on capital accounting and IFRS 16 lease reporting, supporting high-value projects and ensuring accurate financial reporting across the organisation.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Lead on the accounting and financial reporting of capital expenditure, ensuring alignment with relevant accounting standards and internal policies
• Maintain and manage the fixed asset register, including processes for capitalisation, depreciation, impairments, and disposals
• Act as a finance business partner to operational teams, providing insightful analysis and commentary on capital spend versus forecast and budget
• Support the delivery of monthly and quarterly financial reports, including variance analysis and narrative for senior stakeholders
• Contribute to the enhancement of internal controls and the continuous improvement of financial processes related to capital projects and assets
• Assist with IFRS 16 lease accounting, ensuring accurate classification, valuation, and reporting of leases in line with audit and statutory requirements

Ideal candidate profile:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Solid understanding of capital accounting and fixed asset management within a complex organisation
• Strong analytical and Excel skills, with experience in financial modelling and data interpretation
• Confident communicator, able to explain complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders and collaborate across departments
• Prior experience using SAP or a similar ERP system is desirable but not essential

Agency reference number: J89461

Location: Cardiff

Duration: 5 months, subject to further extension

Pay rate: £225 - £300 per day (paid via an Umbrella company)

Working hours: Full time

Working pattern: Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.