Financial Accountant

Our client, a well-established and market-leading business based in Biggleswade, is currently seeking a Financial Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and detail-oriented finance professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the financial accounting function, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and effective financial controls across the business. Key Responsibilities \n

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• Support the financial accounting team with treasury activities, VAT reporting, and statutory reporting requirements
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• Prepare and process monthly journals, accruals, and prepayments
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• Assist with month-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations
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• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register
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• Ensure investments and capital expenditure are approved and recorded in line with internal procedures
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• Review and verify profit and loss entries to ensure accurate reporting of costs
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• Support internal and external audit processes by providing accurate and timely information
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• Assist with financial control processes and reporting requirements across the finance function
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• Support finance-related projects and system implementations when required
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• Identify and communicate opportunities for process and system improvements
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• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to support operational and financial objectives
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• Ensure all work is completed in line with company policies, compliance requirements, and health & safety standards
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About You The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a finance or accounting environment and be confident working with accounting systems and Excel. Essential Skills & Experience \n

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• Previous experience in a similar accounting or finance role
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• ACCA/ACA/CIMA or studying towards an accounting qualification
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• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
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• Experience using accounting software
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• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
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• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams
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• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
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• Proactive approach with the ability to use initiative
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Desirable \n

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• Interest in progressing towards a professional accountancy qualification
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• Experience supporting audits and month-end processes
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What’s on Offer \n

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• Opportunity to join a large and reputable business
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• Career development and progression opportunities
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• Supportive and collaborative team environment
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• Competitive salary and benefits package
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• Exposure to a varied and dynamic finance function
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If you are looking to take the next step in your finance career and would like to be part of a successful and growing organisation, we would love to hear from you