Accountant

Elevation Recruitment Group are currently working with a large PLC business with global operations and well-renowned brand. The role of Accountant will be based at their head office location in Chesterfield and is easily accessible being close to the motorway.

The purpose of the role will be to assist the Senior Accountant and to support the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and robust internal controls.

Duties will include:-

*Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate monthly reporting. This includes, but is not limited to;

-Preparation and posting of prepayments and accruals
-Stock and cost of product valuation
-Gross Margin Calculation
-Revenue verification
-Fixed assets
-Balancing of control accounts and trial balance review
-Group reporting in HFM

*Assist the financial control team. This includes, but is not limited to;

-Internal controls
-SOX program
-Support external compliance reporting
-Annual statutory accounts and returns

*To highlight and question any unexpected variances

To be successful for this role you MUST have the following skills and attributes:-

- ACA/ ACCA or CIMA Qualified
- At least 3 years experience in a similar role
- Good technical accounting skills
- Strong user of IT and good knowledge of accounting packages
- Ability to work to (and achieve) tight deadlines
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Have the drive and ability to solve problems
- Be systematic, accurate, consistent and able to adapt
- Good interpersonal skills
- Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Excel
- Effective communication skills

This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone to gain exposure in a fast paced industry business.

If you meet the criteria for this role, and are interested in being put forward please do not hesitate to apply or contact me to discuss.