Financial Accountant

Are you a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant seeking a dynamic and varied role that offers the opportunity to make a real impact? Are you skilled in technical accounting and ready to drive change within a team?

Gleeson Recruitment Group is partnering with a fast-paced organisation in Derby to recruit a Financial Accountant. Offering a competitive salary of up to £50,000 plus an excellent benefits package, this role comes with outstanding learning potential.

This is your chance to lead improvements across the team, engage confidently with stakeholders to deliver results, and have the autonomy to bring about meaningful change. With strong support from the wider team and the financial controller, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining financial operations and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and year-end accounts.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and processes.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting, processes, and financial accuracy.
• Support the Finance Operations Manager on ad-hoc projects, including system improvements and analysis.
• Build strong relationships with senior management to aid strategic decision-making.

About You

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with a solid understanding of financial reporting standards.
• Proven experience in financial accounting or operations, ideally in a larger organisation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Apply today to find out more!

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