Financial Accountant

An opportunity to join a dynamic finance team within a global software company, backed by private equity investors.
What You Will Do:

• Supporting the UK and International Financial Accounting Managers with month-end tasks, including preparation and reconciliation of intercompany transactions.


• Support the month end process performing balance sheet reconciliations and input into the preparation of the monthly Group balance sheet, cash flow statement and income statement.


• Challenge and review journals posted by the wider finance team ensuring all are accurate and appropriate.


• Continuous improvement, implementation and documentation of financial controls and processes to ensure the accurate reporting of the Group's financial performance and position.


• Coaching of Assistant Financial Accountants, including review of month-end tasks and journals.


• Cross training and sharing of best practice both within Financial Control and with the wider finance team.


• Support the audit process with accurate and timely preparation of reconciliations to support the financial position of the group and its subsidiaries and timely responses to audit queries.


• Support on other group-wide projects, such as disposals, acquisitions and transformational projects
  
  Newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA), preferably with experience auditing large companies.



• Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and IFRS.


• Ability to understand complex accounting matters and identify change and improvements in current processes.


• A self-starter who can work independently, take ownership for their work with an ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.



• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross functionally with all departments.


• Comfortable with change and able to adapt to an evolving business.


• A critical thinker and problem-solver, being curious whilst having the ability and confidence to challenge the status quo.


• Ability to interpret and analyse financial data, presented in a clear and precise way.


• Drive to progress and grow as part of a dynamic team.
  
  What We Do For You:

Wellbeing focused - Our people are our greatest assets, and ensuring everyone feels their best self to come to work is integral

• Annual Leave - 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays and the ability to buy additional days


• Employee Assistance Programme - Free advice, support, and confidential counselling available 24/7 through Care First


• Endometriosis Friendly Employer - We are proud to confirm our commitment to developing an environment and culture that allows those with endometriosis to thrive in the workplace


Personal Growth - Regardless of where you are at in your career, we're committed to enabling your growth personally and professionally

• Development Programmes - From Future Managers to Leadership Training, our development programmes help you get where you need to go


• Performance Bonus - Our Group-wide bonus scheme enables you to reap the rewards of your success


Financial wellbeing - We understand as well as your mental wellbeing, your financial wellbeing is really important

• Pension Scheme - Our plan with Scottish Widows offers 5% matched contribution by the company


• Income protection insurance - Providing you with support and assistance when you need it most


Recognition - Highlighting and rewarding the great work our people do

• Values Awards - Our quarterly employee-driven initiative to highlight and reward the people in the organisation who embody our values the most


• Performance & Talent - Our own technology platform that allows you to get real-time feedback, conversations and goals to help you become your best self


Making a Difference - we provide opportunities to help our people make a difference to the causes they care about

• MatchIt! - Fundraise for a cause close to your heart and Advanced will match part of the funding


• Volunteering Time - Our volunteering leave scheme allows you to use your time to help those who need it


• Pennies from Heaven - donate the pennies from your pay check to help make a difference without lifting a finger