Financial Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions are currently supporting a leading Reigate based organisation with the recruitment of a Financial Accountant on a permanent basis. Reporting into the Group Financial Controller you will play a key part in shaping financial reporting, improving processes, and driving growth of this fast paced business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the month-end close process and ensure management accounts are delivered on time.
• Oversee VAT returns, address VAT-related queries, and ensure full compliance.
• Handle reconciliations for balance sheets, P&L, and cash flow to keep everything on track.
• Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts and analyse financial performance.
• Manage the Fixed Assets Register and track new acquisitions and disposals.
• Be a key player in external audits, providing necessary information and insights.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management.
• Identify areas to improve financial processes and implement solutions to boost efficiency.
• Work with HR on payroll and benefits processing, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Collaborate across departments to provide financial insights that support business decisions.

Key skills / experience:

• ACA / ACCA Qualified Accountant
• Experience working as part of a finance team in an operationally driven, fast paced business.

• Good problem solving skills with a collaborative approach to make sure the relevant stakeholders are involved at the right time
• Strong understanding of UK accounting standards and financial regulations
• Proven experience in preparing financial statements and reports on time and to a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively, to financial and non financial stakeholders

The company offer hybrid working and are paying up to £65k plus bonus.