Deputy Accounting Manager - Shipping

JAC Recruitment Ltd ,
London, Greater London
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £38,000 per annum

Overview

Deputy Accounting Manager Main purposes of job Assist in managing daily operations, staff and improving financial processes. Contract Type Permanent Salary £38,000-44,000 depending on experience Daily and Monthly Responsibilities Key tasks 1. Assist Manager to manage and oversee accounting department daily operations: Coordinate and review the work plan for assigned accounting functions and activities, assign work activities and projects, monitor work flow, review and evaluate work processes, methods and procedures. Review and approve a variety of journals entries and accounting activities. Review accounts after ledgers closed on monthly basis. Check cash disbursements, review cheques, bank transfers before submitting for authorisation. Prepare monthly management report and variance analysis. Assist in preparing annual budget. • Ensure accounting activities comply with related regulations, ensure timely filing of various reports, VAT returns and related items. Ensure work is performed accurately and that deadlines are met. Perform various reconciliations and analyses as required. Review and prepare statutory accounts as well group reporting packs. Support annual audit by providing information and answers to auditors. 2. Financial Process: Coordinate the company, staffing, and operational activities for assigned accounting activities and operations. Assist in implementing goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned areas of responsibility. Identify opportunities for improving process, method and procedures, identify resource needs, review with Manager/FD and implement improvements. 3. Staff management: Train and motivate assigned accounting personnel Communicating job expectations, planning, monitoring and coaching, advising, developing, coordinating and enforcing systems, policies, procedures and objectives. Assist in conducting staff appraisal Who we are looking for ? Essential ? ACCA/ACA Qualified. Strong organizational, analytical, attention to details and interpersonal skills. Experience in shipping is essential. Language requirement Fluent English is essential Location London