Finance Officer

Reed are recruiting for a dynamic Finance Co-ordinator to lead group financial reporting requirements across the UK and Ireland businesses, acting as the vital link to our Group Headquarters in Austria.

Reporting to: Head of Finance (UK & Ireland)

Location: Hybrid working model. Ideally 2 days per week in the UK office in Lancashire

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience is ESSENTIALThis role isn't suitable for candidates without hands-on Business Central experience, so please only apply if you've actively used the system in a finance setting.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Lead the delivery of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting through to the Group Head Office for the UK and Ireland operating companies.
• Ensure compliance with Group reporting policies, accounting standards (local GAAP), and internal controls.
• Liaise proactively with the Austrian Group Head Office to align local reporting processes with global requirements.
• Lead the preparation of consolidated financial results for both the UK and Ireland operating companies and contribute to external audit processes for both companies.
• Partner with the finance teams and senior leadership across the UK and Ireland businesses to provide financial insights and analysis that support strategic decision-making and to drive continuous improvement across the UK and Ireland businesses.

Key candidate requirements:

• Proven experience in finance roles within a global group structure.
• A strong understanding of UK financial reporting standards and consolidation processes within a group structure.
• Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to coordinate with central head offices across borders.
• Experience with dealing with software platforms including Microsoft Office, ERP and CRM (Microsoft 365 Business Central and Sales CRM)
• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.

Company benefits:

• Salary of £30,000 , dependant on experience.
• 20 days holiday, plus 8 Bank Holidays per annum, increasing to 25 with length of service. Option to purchase up to 5 additional holiday days each year.
• Your birthday off if it falls during the working week (on the company).
• Company Pension scheme.
• Grant to assist with home office setup