Finance Analyst

Posted 11 October 2019
Salary £30000 - £35000 per annum + AAT/ACCA/CIMA Study Support
LocationCity of London
ReferenceBBBH52531_1570797769
Contact NameAlicia Davis

Job description

THE ROLE

A successful candidate will act as the finance assistant for the group, working with the Finance Manager & Group Financial Controller to deliver accurate reporting and analysis of results to the group management team. The role will also entail providing ad-hoc support on other projects as and when required.

This will include:

Preparation of accounts:

  • Assist with the preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts and reports
  • for operational management
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the accounting records and financial systems
  • Assist with the production of statutory accounts in accordance with the relevant accounting principles and the legislation of the countries in which they operate
  • Play a full part in providing relevant & timely financial information to the management team to enable a balanced and objective assessment of the company's strategy and objectives

Budgets and forecasts:

  • Assist with the preparation and review of budgets, forecasts and business plans

Financial management & controls:

  • Prepare bank payments and VAT returns
  • Active management of overheads whilst seeking out areas for efficiencies
  • Analysis of results, monitoring variances, identifying trends, recommending actions to
  • management
  • Reconciles transactions by comparing and correcting data
  • Preparation of monthly processing of payroll and payments to employees, plus review of all staff expenses
  • Monitoring compliance with the company's controls and procedures
  • Play an active role in assisting management in the risk assessment process and embedding a risk management culture throughout the organisation

Taxation:

  • Assist with returns for Corporation tax, VAT and other relevant taxes, liaising with external experts where required.


General:

  • Carry out any further tasks for which your qualifications & experience are suited as directed by the Company
  • Protects operations by keeping financial information confidential
  • Use of Netsuite accounting system

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

  • A multi-tasker with the skills to work in a fast moving business
  • Set priorities, with keen analytic, organisation and problem solving skills
  • A desire to study towards a recognised accountancy qualification
  • Experience of Netsuite would be desirable, but not essential as training can be given

Benefits:

  • £30-35k basic - dependant on experience
  • Full study support for ACCA/CIMA/AAT
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • 60% staff discount across all brands
  • Cycle to work scheme/season ticket loan