Senior Accountant - acting as number 2 to the Head of Finance
- Employer
- Michael Page Finance
- Location
- England, South Yorkshire, Sheffield
- Salary
- £45000 - £60000 per annum
- Closing date
- May 27, 2021
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- Job Role
- Financial Accountant
- Sector
- Pharmaceutical
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
The Senior Accountant position is a broad role, providing all financial activities for the UK entities. Working directly with the Head of UK Finance, the role of Senior Accountant is an ideal opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to take the next step in their career.
Client Details
An exciting, innovative global business, based in Sheffield.
Description
- Preparation of monthly management accounts
- Assist the UK Head of Finance with modelling and budget preparation
- Forecasting
- Assist with month-end/quarter end close
- Implementing internal controls and ensure relevant processes and controls are adhered to
- Ensure accurate and timely generation of financial statements and management reports
- Support and develop junior members of the Finance team
- Be a key point of contact for external auditors
- Assist with Tax
Profile
- Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 2+ years experience
(Role is suitable for individuals looking for a 1st or 2nd move in industry)
- Ability to analyse and manipulate large amounts of data
- Group Accounts experience
- Ability to present information to key business partners
- Technical Competence in UKGAAP accounting procedures
- US GAAP experience (desirable)
- Competent user of MS Excel
Job Offer
£45-60,000 (depending on experience)
Great central location - close to the train station
Opportunities to develop
Company
Michael Page specialises in the permanent, temporary and interim recruitment of qualified accountants. In fact, our organisation was founded to provide selection and recruitment services for accounting professionals and has been a market leader in this field for more than 35 years.
We have earned the trust of clients in industry and commerce, the banking and financial services markets and the public and not-for-profit sector. We also have an exemplary track record of completing assignments for everyone from small, boutique practices to the Big Four firms.
Many of our consultants have a background in accounting and finance – that’s real, grass roots expertise at your disposal. Combine that with the global reach you get from a company that has over 155 offices in 36 countries and you’re looking at a pretty formidable package. We are confident no other consultancy is better qualified to help you make that crucial, next step in your career.
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