Finance Accountant

Role: Finance Accountant

Location: Manchester

Salary: Neg depending on experience

12-month FTC contract

Immediate interviews

Construction/Housing company

Mason – James is working with an exceptional construction company who is currently recruiting for an experienced finance accountant to join their finance team on a 12-month contract. My client can offer a competitive salary, immediate interview plus a great working environment.

Duties

• Responsible for the day-to-day financial activity, monthly finance board papers, cashflows, forecasts, VAT returns and Statutory


• Manage three direct/indirect reports and will be responsible for their development and progression.


• Ensure accounting procedures are followed, provide management with information to understand revenue and costs of the division, develop and maintain ad-hoc cost analysis and KPIs.


• Supporting and reporting to the Financial Controller


• Preparation of the strategic papers for monthly board meetings.


• Preparation of bank facility compliance


• Management of cash and cash flow forecasting


• Assist with the completion of the annual budget.


• Preparation of statutory year-end accounts


• Preparation of year end audit packs and liaising with auditors


• Monthly consolidations


• Managing one assistant accountant and two indirect reports.


• Quarterly P&L forecasting


• Monthly CIS and VAT returns


• Assist in wider ad hoc projects as required.


• Provide support to the Head of Finance.

Extra bits

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with at least 2 years post qualification experience, preferably in industry.


• Strong MS excel skills.


• Excellent numeracy skills.


• Inquisitive mindset and outlook, with the ability to be a self-starter.


• Strong time management skills with the ability to work to deadlines.


• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the business.


• Demonstrate a professional approach to the working environment.


• Commercial awareness and analytical skills


• Ability to work with enthusiasm and drive whilst communicating effectively with colleagues at all levels


• Confident in dealing with IT systems, strong mathematical skills, and high level of computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel, with the ability and patience to train others to a basic level.


• Experience with COINS software desirable but not essential.


• Knowledge of the construction/property industry desirable but not essential.

For more information please apply with a updated CV and we will be in touch with suitable candidates