Accountant

Our client is looking to grow their Finance Department with the addition of an Accountant. The Accountant will support in all aspects of operating the finance departments for the group, but in particular in the areas of cost control and variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting, stock management, and payroll. This Accountant role will also deputise for the Financial Controller when required. What you'll be doing as their Accountant? Finance: * Assist in the process of developing and reviewing budgets * Create monthly budget reports * Support with annual forecast/accounts * Produce analytical reports to help in business decision making * Support in payment of debtors and invoicing of creditors * Support in ensuring tax calculations and payments of VAT are accurate * Support the Finance Controller in conducting regular audit visits to all stores * Ensure finance records are kept accurately and securely in line with legislative requirements Administration: * Support the preparation of monthly MA journals and reports for stores and group * Prepare monthly concession remittance * Weekly checks of credit card/sales banking * Packaging monthly ordering and distribution, and annual submission * Review expense headings on a regular basis looking for a more cost effective way Customer Accounts: * To be aware of current consumer credit legislation including GDPR and ensure the business is compliant Payroll: * When necessary, assist with the preparation and processing of the monthly payroll run, including management checks and reporting Other: * Gain an understanding of the Purchase Ledger functionality and support as necessary Could you be part of this fantastic team? This Accountant role would suit a part/fully qualified - CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or AAT Level 4 with knowledge of management accounting. In addition you will need: * Experience of cost control and variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting, and payroll * High level of computer literacy – needs to be a proficient user of financial systems * Advanced Excel skills * Excellent written, verbal communication and listening skills * Attention to detail They offer * Salary £30-35k per year, pro rata * Pension Scheme * 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays * Staff discount Hours * 22.5 hours per week, 3-days flexible to suit the successful candidate The Accountant role is office based role