Accountant
Posted 5 days 4 hours ago by Michael Page Finance
As an Accountant in the industrial/manufacturing sector, you'll handle the day-to-day financial tasks that keep everything running smoothly. From preparing reports to managing budgets, your work will ensure the business stays on top of its finances.
Client Details
A leading multinational manufacturer with operations across multiple sites, the client produces sustainable, fibre-based products for a broad range of commercial customers. With a strong focus on operational efficiency, innovation, and environmental responsibility, the organisation operates within a complex supply chain and relies on robust financial reporting and analysis to support strategic decision-making and business performance.
Description
- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Perform variance analysis and explain financial performance.
- Process journals, accruals, prepayments, and other accounting adjustments.
- Reconcile balance sheet and ledger accounts within month-end deadlines.
- Support month-end and year-end close activities.
- Ensure compliance with SOX controls, accounting policies, and internal procedures.
- Investigate financial anomalies and resolve discrepancies.
- Support internal and external audit processes.
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable (P2P), Credit & Collections, and other finance teams.
- Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes and reporting
Profile
- Experience in management accounting or financial accounting.
- Knowledge of month-end reporting processes.
- SAP or other ERP system experience.
- Strong Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong communication skills, including presenting financial information to non-finance stakeholders
Job Offer
- Competitive salary
- Study support and career development opportunities.
- Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office, 2 days from home).
- Pension scheme, life assurance, and income protection.
- Employee Assistance Programme and digital GP access.
- Cycle-to-work scheme and employee discounts