At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial reporting, manage audits, and oversee treasury activities.
- Company: Dynamic finance firm in Cheltenham offering flexible work-from-home options.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and mentorship in a collaborative setting.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced team and make a real impact in financial accounting.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA with industry experience or practice background.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Are you a technically strong accountant looking to broaden your experience or take your first step into industry? We are looking for a first-class Financial Accountant to take responsibility for producing consolidated accounts, statutory reporting, treasury oversight and the smooth running of the external audit process. You'll act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, provide technical expertise to the wider finance team, and lead two direct reports.
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Deliver consolidated trial balance reporting and ensure statutory accounts for all legal entities are accurate and on time.
- Oversee accounting for wholly owned subsidiaries, including monthly variance analysis.
- Support annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and identification of financial risks and opportunities.
- Lead Treasury and Banking activities, producing meaningful working capital and cash-flow analysis.
- Provide acquisition accounting and deliver Company Secretarial duties such as confirmation statements and director changes.
Audit & Compliance
- Serve as the key point of contact for External Auditors, ensuring smooth coordination across the finance team.
- Maintain high-quality balance sheet reconciliations and ensure risks are fully understood and communicated.
- Line-manage two staff and work closely with Financial Controller to allocate work across a virtual team and support colleagues with competing priorities.
Fully qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACA (or equivalent) with previous industry experience or a first-time mover from practice. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, commercial environment with tight deadlines. Proficiency with Excel/PowerPoint.
We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs.
Senior Accountant (Accounts and Audit) in Gloucester employer: Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd
Join a dynamic and supportive team in Cheltenham, where we prioritise employee growth and development. As a Senior Accountant, you'll benefit from a flexible work-from-home policy, a collaborative work culture, and the opportunity to lead and mentor others while making a significant impact on our financial operations. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that values your contributions and encourages professional advancement.
