Financial Accountant in Kendal

Anord Mardix, a Flex company, is a global leader in critical power solutions. With facilities around the globe, Anord Mardix leads in critical power infrastructure, supporting a myriad of industries, from financial institutions to data centres. At Anord Mardix, we welcome people of all backgrounds. We develop skill sets, encourage curiosity, and enable empowerment – we turn jobs into careers.

As Financial Accountant you will be responsible for ensuring accurate accounting activities and effective financial operation of the function and implementing appropriate financial and accounting procedures to coordinate transactions to ensure compliance to relevant legislative and corporate directives and to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for business operations.

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities including reconciliations of Balance sheet accounts, coordination, and completion of annual audits, and reviewing financial reports/holds up as necessary.
• Research and report on financial status including income statement variances, communicating financial results to management, budget preparation.
• Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions.
• Oversee taxes and abide by federal regulations.
• Ensure proper control and accounting of fixed assets additions, disposals, and transfers.
• Generate reports for labour investigation, expense research, monthly balance sheet and monthly customer profit and loss statement. Review and implement actions resulting from reports.
• Ensure budgets, schedules, and performance requirements are met.
• Review all inter-company ICV booking and payments.
• Ensure proper accounting of all transactions.
• Ensure accurate monthly inventory valuation.
• Coordinate/oversee annual physical inventory or stock take.
• Research expenses for cost centres, departments, and projects.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as required.
• Management of 3 Accounts Receivable staff.

Experience and qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or studying towards recognised accounting qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience, preferably with a manufacturing business.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and revenue recognition standards.
• Ability to analyse financial data and identify trends.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and systems.
• Confident under pressure and able to handle multifaceted objectives.
• Must hold valid UK driver’s license as travel between sites will be required occasionally.

What you’ll receive

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success.
• A competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
• A merit-based annual pay review.
• Enhanced annual leave.
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards.
• Referral bonus.
• Volunteer days.
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year.
• Sick pay scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function.
• Travel opportunities (role dependent).
• Support in your well-being by access to Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice.
• On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.).

At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always.

Anord Mardix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We’re happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the recruitment process. Please advise us of any accommodations you may need by e-mailing: accessibility@flex.com.