Accountant

Join a leading financial management and business software company, partnering with Aquent, and make a real impact as an Accountant. You will play a vital role in maintaining the financial health and accuracy of the organization. Get ready to dive into a dynamic environment where your expertise in accounting principles will contribute directly to the company’s success.
As a key member of the finance team, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. Your analytical skills will be essential in preparing financial statements and reports that provide valuable insights into the company’s performance. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a thriving organization and enhance your expertise in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

This is a 3 months, hybrid, contract, offering £284.81 per day (PAYE) – 37.5hrs/week. This role is open for a limited time. Next steps will be shared with shortlisted candidates by COB Thursday 21st August. Due to the high volume of applicants, we may be unable to reply to each applicant individually.

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure that all transactions are properly recorded.
• Reconcile subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger, ensuring data integrity.
• Prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports.
• Analyze costs, revenues, and financial commitments to forecast future financial performance.

Must-Haves:

• Business/Accounting degree or equivalent experience.
• Professional Accounting designation (e.g., CPA).
• Strong technical accounting expertise (US GAAP).
• Month-end close experience (journals and reconciliations).
• Compliance filing experience (financial statement preparation, VAT, corporate tax).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and Excel skills.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with large accounting software packages (Oracle Financials preferred).
• Experience working in a Big 4/Top 10 Accounting firm.