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Michael Page Finance
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Reading, Berkshire
Financial Accountant
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Salary: £50,000 per annum |
Overview
As a result of the continued growth of this SME, the business requires a Financial Accountant to join the Finance team and work with the Head of Statutory Reporting to assist with all aspects of the Group's technical accounting, acquisitions and external financial reporting, and be one of the key points of contact during the external audit process. Client Details The client is a very fast growing SME within the financial services sector based within the heart of Thames Valley. Description Supporting consolidation process, statutory accounting and other group reporting Providing key data for corporation tax reporting Full involvement in the external audit process, including participating in discussions with auditors and other advisers and anticipating/resolving queries arising Assisting with financial due diligence on potential acquisitions Reviewing completion accounts and determining final payments required Production of technical papers detailing accounting treatment for any one off or complex accounting issues arising Assisting with integrating the finance functions of acquired companies Assisting with company hive ups and simplification of group structures Assisting with identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvements within the finance team's systems and controls Ongoing development of group accounting manual Profile ACA qualified Strong technical knowledge of IFRS Knowledge and experience of UK reporting requirements Experience of consolidations and merger and acquisitions accounting Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Strong analytical and report writing skills. Good skills in Microsoft Office and other applications - strong Microsoft Excel skills would be especially beneficial Ability and willingness to work with areas of the business outside of finance at all levels to achieve desired outcomes Confidence and ability to support own views with evidence, and a willingness to challenge senior colleagues appropriately if required Ability to navigate differing requirements and priorities within the team to achieve desired results Discretion and confidentiality Job Offer Up to £52k basic salary 8% Bonus 25 days annual leave Private medical care