Financial Accountant

Hays Accounts and Finance
London, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom
6 months ago
£60,000 – £70,000 pa
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Your new company

I am currently working exclusively with an AIM-listed technology business based in central London hiring a qualified ACA (1-3 years pqe) to join the team as a Financial Accountant (hybrid working). They are an acquisitive business made up of a network of highly specialised companies, which support leading industrial groups in defining and developing business models using Artificial Intelligence; Big Data; Cloud Computing; Digital Communication and Social Networking.

Your new role

Due to the growth of the business, my client is looking to hire a qualified practice-trained ACA to join the finance team and support the Group Finance Controller and working alongside a reputable sized team.

Key duties include:

Preparation of statutory accounts under IFRS / FRS 102

Preparation of management accounts

VAT

Budgeting

Managing key relationships

You will work as part of the central finance team which covers multiple countries across Europe and Asia.

Responded to any ad hoc queries from the Finance Director or individual Business Directors

Supporting and managing adhoc projects (sytem integration and supporting the acquisition work)

What you'll need to succeed

Fully ACA / ACCA qualified from a mid-tier accounting firm, ideally with audit and accounts preparation

1-3 years pqe

Experience with audit and accounts preparation preffered

Recently qualified or up to 2 years post-qualification experience

Ambitious

Team member who can work independently

What you'll get in return

Great stepping stone into industry to work for a reputable and high-growth business. This business has grown at a fast rate over the last few years and has big plans for the next 5 years to expand into new territories. This is an opportunity for a qualified ACA to apply their practice experience within a commercial setting, building on core accounting knowledge, really giving you the chance to set yourself up in the industry.

What you need to do now

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