Summary: The Temporary Financial Accountant role in Leicester involves ensuring the accuracy of financial records, preparing financial statements, and supporting audit and compliance activities. This position is crucial for providing essential financial information to stakeholders and maintaining smooth financial processes during a critical period for the organization. The role requires a fully qualified accountant with relevant experience and strong knowledge of financial reporting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
• Ensure all financial records and statements are accurate and fully reconciled.
• Oversee the maintenance of the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of entries.
• Prepare and post monthly journals, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.
• Perform key balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, cash, and control accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assist with the preparation of audit schedules and documentation.
• Act as a point of contact for auditors, addressing queries, and facilitating a smooth audit process.
• Support the preparation and submission of VAT returns and other statutory filings as required.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations and company policies.
• Work with the finance team to review and improve financial reporting processes and systems.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency gains and recommend improvements.
• Provide financial support for ad-hoc projects and initiatives as needed.
• Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests.

Key Skills:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience as a Financial Accountant or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards (e.g., IFRS, UK GAAP).
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Salary (Rate): £400

City: Leicester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance