Financial Accountant/Analyst

My Client, a leading business based in Barrow are seeking a 12 month fixed term contract for an experienced financial Accountant/Analyst. As the business continues to expand and diversify, they are continually looking for talented individuals to join the business.

As such an opportunity has arisen for a Group Accountant to join the Group Finance Team. This is a newly created role to meet the growing demands of the business.

The Responsibilities

• Review and challenge of management accounts
• KPI reporting providing insightful analysis
• Providing technical accounting information to Group Companies
• Providing system support on Group Consolidation package (Cognos) to Group Companies
• Assisting in the production of the monthly Group accounts
• Assisting in the production of the annual report and accounts
• Assisting in the production of other management reports such as the annual plan and quarterly forecasts

The Role

• Reporting to Group Financial Controller
• Qualified accountant
• Based in Barrow in Furness although some travel will be required

Required Experience

Previous experience in an accounting team:-

• Qualified ACA or ACCA
• Strong technical accounting background
• Be highly numerate and analytical
• Effective and strong communication skills at all levels

Person Requirements

• The ability to engage and influence our senior leadership teams
• Strong financial analysis and business analysis skills
• The ability to develop a deep understanding of the different business areas and a variety of complex issues and communicate clearly and effectively to a range of audiences
• Solid Excel, PowerPoint and ideally Cognos knowledge
• A self-starter capable of managing multiple activities and priorities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven, forward thinking and tenacious individual who is looking to join a fast paced, growing organisation.

October 15, 2014 • Tags:  • Posted in: Financial

Leave a Reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.