Financial Accountant - Reed : Job Details

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

£45,000 - £50,000 PA (DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE)

WEST LONDON

FULL TIME OFFICE-BASED ROLE

I am excited to be partnering with a leading global entertainment company to recruit a proactive and detail-oriented Financial Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to take ownership of a variety of financial responsibilities, including month-end processes, bank reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in financial accounting and be eager to broaden their skill set in a hands-on, collaborative environment. The role is fully office-based, offering both on-site parking and excellent access to public transport, making it a convenient and engaging place to work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Revenue and Banking Journals: Collaborate with site managers to ensure the precision of their reporting information. This includes resolving any discrepancies and meticulously posting revenue and banking figures to maintain financial accuracy.
• Cash Bank Reconciliation: Execute the main cash bank reconciliation with punctuality each month, ensuring all financial activities are accurately captured and reported.
• Cash Reconciliations: Manage comprehensive cash reconciliations derived from site reporting. This involves identifying and resolving any issues promptly to maintain seamless financial operations.
• Asset Register Maintenance: Maintain a detailed electronic register of all assets. Coordinate with the operations team to process asset additions and disposals monthly, post depreciation, and reconcile the asset register with the monthly accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Balance Sheet Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance of balance sheet reconciliations and control accounts. This includes the responsibility for posting other month-end journals to ensure financial integrity.
• Support for New Sites: Provide essential support and assistance with financial reporting during the establishment of new sites, ensuring a smooth transition and setup.
• Ad Hoc Duties: Perform additional duties as required, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach to support the broader finance team's needs.

Person Specification:

• Proactive willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including debits, credits, and control accounts.
• Effective teamwork skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Personable and capable of dealing with operations staff in a dynamic environment.
• High level of accuracy required for posting journals, reconciling accounts, and managing site information.
• Intermediate Excel skills: experience with Kopen is useful but not essential.

This role offers a unique opportunity for personal and professional development within a supportive and dynamic environment, ideal for those looking to advance their career in finance