Financial Accountant

Robert Half ,
London, Greater London
Contract Type: Contract
Salary: £300 per day

Overview

Robert Half is currently working with a prestigious and fast growth Media Business seeks a talented Financial Accountant for a temporary contract, paying between £300 and £350 per day. The Role This key role will work alongside a world-class Finance team. The position will begin immediately and report directly into the Financial Controller. As financial accountant you role will involve: Actively supporting and promote the standards, policies and procedures of the company. Responsibility for preparation of monthly basic consolidated accounts for the group entities. Extraction and analysis of data from ERP system. Liaising with other site and London accountants where required and reporting to owners team accountants. Collecting, coordinating and verifying accounting data in accordance with accounting, tax and commercial legislation, ranging from entry of accounting documents to presentation of balance sheets and other legal declarations. Preparation and coordination of statutory audits for entities, along with over-viewing the audit process. Ensuring all Tax accounting and associated payments required are made promptly, accurately and that they meet deadlines after allowing for sufficient and appropriate review. Includes review of UK VAT returns prepared by the Assistant Accountant. Reviewing the work of accountants and assistant accountants where required or directed and assisting Financial Controller with ad hoc financial accounting work. Your Profile The ideal financial accountant will be fully qualified accountant (Ideally ACA/CIMA/CA) Strong technical accounting background, with a look to turn more commercial Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good interpersonal skills The Company The ideal Financial Accountant will join a driven, meritocratic business, with a highly respected brand name in the market. They have an impressive growth rate, and a strong pipeline of acquisitions across Europe for the year ahead. Salary & Benefits As well as the day rate of £300-350 per day, it offers a flexible working, a strong work-life balance, a highly collaborative team and an innovative environment. The team are extremely high calibre, inclusive and sociable. Easily accessible location in The West End of London, walking distance from many major tube stations. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Where rates of pay or salary ranges are detailed these are dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training. If you wish to apply for this position please read our Privacy Notice which details how we may use, process, store and disclose your Personal Information: -notice.