financial & accounting controller - month end
Posted 1 week ago by Randstad
£50 Per hour
Undetermined
Hybrid
manchester, north west
Summary: The Junior Controller - Reporting role in Manchester involves acting as the technical accounting expert within the Reporting and Ops team, focusing on group reporting and external audit processes. The position requires a strong understanding of accounting standards and the ability to manage relationships with Group Finance. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience and be ACA qualified or equivalent. This hybrid role offers a high-visibility opportunity within a global finance function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Group Reporting: Own the relationship with Group Finance, driving high-quality submissions and resolving technical queries.
- Audit Liaison: Support the management of the external audit process and coordinate key deliverables.
- Technical Excellence: Prepare accounting papers on provisions, judgments, and new standard implementations.
- Compliance: Maintain SOX controls, including local GAAP to US GAAP reconciliations.
- Business Partnering: Support the financial review of new contracts and lead monthly management meetings.
Key Skills:
- Qualification: ACA qualified (preferred); ACCA/CIMA considered for the right candidate.
- Experience: 4 years post-qualification experience in a reporting-heavy role.
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and US GAAP.
- Competencies: Analytical mindset with the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders; self-directed and resourceful.
Salary (Rate): £50.00 per hour
City: Manchester
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Finance
Junior Controller - Reporting
Location: Manchester (Hybrid) | Exp: 4+ Years PQE | Focus: Month- end
The Role Act as the technical accounting expert within the Reporting and Ops team. You will be accountable for all group reporting requirements, ensuring the integrity of the P&L and Balance Sheet, and supporting the end-to-end external audit process.
Key Responsibilities
Group Reporting: Own the relationship with Group Finance, driving high-quality submissions and resolving technical queries.
Audit Liaison: Support the management of the external audit process and coordinate key deliverables.
Technical Excellence: Prepare accounting papers on provisions, judgments, and new standard implementations.
Compliance: Maintain SOX controls, including local GAAP to US GAAP reconciliations.
Business Partnering: Support the financial review of new contracts and lead monthly management meetings.
Requirements
Qualification: ACA qualified (preferred); ACCA/CIMA considered for the right candidate.
Experience: 4 years post-qualification experience in a reporting-heavy role.
Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and US GAAP.
Competencies: Analytical mindset with the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders; self-directed and resourceful.
Why Join? A high-visibility role for a solution-oriented professional looking to drive reporting standards within a global, fast-paced finance function.
Apply Now - Desired Start Date: ASAP
Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003