Financial Accounting Officer

The Financial Accounting Officer will play a key role in supporting the Accounting & Finance department by managing financial records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and assisting with reporting processes. The role will be working for an Arms Length Body and be based at a location around north London, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire or Leeds.

Client Details

An Arms Length Body with locations in London, Cambridgeshire, Leeds, Aberdeen and Cardiff.

Description

• Processing purchase and sales ledgers
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Perform reconciliations, including bank accounts and balance sheets.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals and prepayments
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial insights and analysis.
• Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and clarifications.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems.

Profile

The successful Financial Accounting Officer should have:

• Relevant qualifications in accounting or finance (active CCAB studier or AAT Level 4).
• Experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and compliance.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• An organised and detail-focused approach to managing tasks.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £33,000 to £35,500 (please note, the top will only be payable if you are studying CCAB or are AAT Level 4)
• Fixed-term contract offering stability and professional growth opportunities.
• A mainly remote role with 2 days office attendance a month required.