As a General Ledger Accountant in London, you will manage core accounting work for a infrastructure business and help keep financial information accurate and useful. You will work within the Accounting & Finance department, bringing a clear approach to daily financial tasks and reporting.
Client Details
Our client is a market-leading engineering and infrastructure business, recognised for delivering complex technical solutions that support major construction and development projects across a diverse range of sectors. With a strong reputation for innovation, safety and operational excellence, they offer employees the opportunity to work on high-profile projects within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Description
- Maintaining the general ledger for all head office entities
- Accounting for treasury transactions such as IC loans, FX deals and cash pooling
- Support the SSC accounts payable team in posting and payment of external vendor invoices for the Group Head Office.
- Preparation of bank reconciliations
- Preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including adjustments and resolution of issues
- Posting of month end journals including deferred finance costs, accruals, prepayments, inter company recharges and loan interest
- Responsibility for inter company account management and reconciliation, including raising invoices for recharges
- Review of accounts payable ledger postings
- Review of VAT entries and preparation of monthly VAT reconciliations.
- Ad hoc Head Office treasury support e.g. setting up of payments
- Support to Head Office FC in preparation of monthly review files, management accounts and other ad hoc tasks
Profile
A successful General Ledger Accountant should have:
- Experience preparing financial records and reports.
- Strong knowledge of journal entries, reconciliations and account reviews.
- The ability to investigate discrepancies and reach clear resolutions.
- A careful approach to maintaining accurate financial information.
- Confidence managing several accounting tasks and deadlines.
- The ability to work effectively with colleagues across an Accounting & Finance department.
Job Offer
- Salary of £60,000 to £70,000, dependent on the level of experience.
- Bonus.
- Hybrid working.
- Healthcare.
- Pension.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.
If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
General Ledger Accountant in City of London employer: Michael Page Finance
Join a leading accountancy practice in Exeter, where you will be part of a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a diverse client portfolio and a strong team of tax professionals, this firm offers meaningful career progression opportunities and the flexibility of part or full-time hours, making it an excellent employer for those seeking a rewarding role in personal tax management.
