Financial Reporting Accountant in Manchester

Vacancy Name

Financial Reporting Accountant

Vacancy No

VN835

Business Name

Morson Human Resources Limited

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Contract Type

FTC

Location City

Manchester

About Us

Morson are the UK\’s leading technical recruitment agency. With over 50 years\’ experience, a turnover in excess of £1 billion and offices in the UK, Canada, USA, Australia & Italy, we supply engineers and technical expertise to some of the world\’s biggest brands. The business has ambitious growth plans, both organic and through acquisition.

About the Role

We are looking for a driven, enthusiastic Financial Reporting Accountant to strengthen our brilliant & supportive team of qualified and part‑qualified accountants at our modern head office in Salford. This is a newly created role with responsibilities across all areas of the accounting and financial reporting process. Please note this is a fixed‑term contract position for three months.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the co‑ordination of the annual audit and financial statement preparation process for the Group and its subsidiaries.
• Liaise with the external auditors.
• Assist in preparation and review of statutory returns.
• Become a super‑user of the Group consolidation software.
• Assist with the implementation of new IFRSs and other reporting standards applicable to the Group, including non‑financial measures such as climate reporting.
• Preparation of accounting papers for new business lines & client contracts.
• Involvement in ad‑hoc financial reporting and financial systems projects, such as identifying & implementing improvements in reporting and consolidation processes.
• Monthly management account preparation.
• Review general ledger account reconciliations and monitor/challenge outcomes.
• Prepare and post consolidation adjustments.
• Assist with the co‑ordination and preparation of the budget for the Group.
• Assist with the preparation of the monthly board report analysis of results, identifying and pro

Essential Skills

• Qualified accountant CIMA/ACA.
• Proven relevant financial accounting experience.
• Interest in technical accounting.
• Advanced level Excel usage.
• Strong communication skills.
• Work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Be proactive, delivery focused and willing to learn and take responsibility.

Working with us

• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
• Flexible, hybrid model working.
• Investment into your learning & development.
• A colleague health and well‑being programme.
• Free access to onsite gym and discounted gym membership rates.
• Rooftop bar & social area access.
• Access to meritocracy initiative schemes – we\’ve just been to the Dominican Republic!
• Mental health support via free confidential advice and counselling services.
• Access to free wellbeing apps.
• Free parking.

How to apply

Come from any background, industry or sector, if you have the right attitude, some great experience and a desire to be part of our award‑winning team, we\’d love to hear from you.

T&C\’s

Morson Talent is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity. In order to apply for this role, you must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

Due to the number of applications we receive, it\’s not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Contact Name

Lindsey Onoufriou

Contact Email

lindsey.onoufriou@morson.com