Financial Accountant
£60,000 - £75,000 + bonus, benefits & Hybrid working
St Albans

Are you a Qualified Accountant looking to make your first move out of Practice after Qualifying? Or maybe you’ve already done that, and you’re looking to now join a larger business and make an impact? Our client, a market leader and multi-site business, is exclusively partnered with Aila to recruit a Financial Accountant to join their month end finance team.

About the Company:
*~£4bn turnover and operating more than 1000 sites nationwide
*The leader in its field, with continuous plans for acquisitions
*Worked with Aila for several years with a high progression & retention rate
*Focused on sustainability with an excellent culture and environment

The Role:
The Financial Accountant is a key member of the group financial reporting team. You have responsibility for assisting with the monthly accounting cycle, including ownership over P&L and balance sheet lines and the production of relevant and meaningful analysis, commentary and reconciliations around areas of reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

*Take ownership of balance sheet and P&L accounts and assume responsibility for financial reporting and operational queries relating to those areas
*Provide insightful and meaningful commentary around P&L variances to budget and prior month/year
*Prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations every month promptly
*Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
*Be willing and able to challenge and manage stakeholders in areas of responsibility
*Ensure accounting standards are adhered to while having due regard for the motivations of other departments
*Support with month-end and year-end close processes
*Support with interim and year-end audit queries around areas of responsibility
*Suggest process and control changes to drive continual improvement around financial control and reporting
*Perform other ad-hoc duties and reporting as needed

The Ideal Candidate:

*ACA/ACCA Qualified Accountant with audit experience
*Technically strong Accountant, looking for the first or second move in Industry
*Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines
*Strong problem-solving skills and a commercially curious mindset
*Excellent Excel skills and ability to build relationships across all levels

What they Offer:

*Competitive salary: £60,000 - £75,000
*Performance-based bonus
*Comprehensive benefits package
*Hybrid working (3 days in, 2 remote)
*Opportunity to progress in a multi-site Retailer

How to Apply:
We want to hear from you if you’re excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role. Apply now for further information.

About Aila Recruitment:
Aila is a specialist finance recruitment business dedicated to providing the best jobs to the best people. We operate as an extended arm of our client’s business and a career coach for our candidates’ ongoing development.

Not quite the right role for you? Contact us to discuss other opportunities and start a partnership with a finance agency that puts you first.