Group Accountant - Newly qualified

Wakefield Permanent £47,000 - £48,000 per year View Job Description
A newly qualified Group Accountant is required to join the Accounting & Finance department of a leading FMCG company near Leeds/ Wakefield.
  • Excellent opportunity for a Newly qualified accountant
  • Excellent progression is available and great exposure across the wider group

About Our Client

The company is a well-respected international FMCG industry. It boasts a global reach and a strong commitment to delivering quality products and services to its vast consumer base.

Job Description

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Business partnering with other teams and business across the Group internally and externally.



Role

  • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
  • Conduct variance analysis and identify trends in financial performance.
  • Support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
  • Perform detailed financial analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making.
  • Assist with the preparation of financial statements in compliance with relevant accounting standards.
  • Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and provide analytical support.
  • Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
  • Ensuring entities remain up to date and compliant with relevant legislation including latest accounting standards, VAT.
  • Contribute to process improvements and the implementation of new financial systems.



Ad Hoc

  • Support for process improvement projects / best practice working with SMEs as needed.
  • Supporting the annual external statutory audit for and drive the evolution of a more controls-based audit approach.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Newly qualified Accountant should have:

  • ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified
  • Strong Excel and IT skills are essential
  • Team player, willing to learn and get involved with a wide range of tasks
  • Ability to work on own initiative and generate solutions

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary of £48,000 + bonus + excellent benefits package is available.
  • An opportunity to work with a leading company in the FMCG industry
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Exciting career growth and development opportunities



We encourage all newly qualified accountants who are ready to take on this exciting role in a thriving industry to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic team and contribute to the growth and success of our company

Contact
Alastair Riley
Quote job ref
JN-082024-6518419
Phone number
+441132437724

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Newly Qualified
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Wakefield
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Alastair Riley
Consultant phone
+441132437724
Job reference
JN-082024-6518419