Financial Accountant

Up to £43.62 per hour Umbrella Up to £32.98 per hour PAYE Outside IR35 Full Time 12 Month Contract Initially Bristol / Hybrid Role Overview Our Client is in the process of acquiring the trade and assets of a key supplier. A new company will be established for this purpose and will have turnover of c. £400m with many stakeholders relying on the timeliness and accuracy of the financial information. The individual will be part of a dynamic team, working across different sites. They will work closely with the Accounting team of Our Client in order to deliver financial information in the most efficient way possible. It is vital that they understand the activities of the business in order to pre-empt potential issues and to identify possible errors in the data. Responsibilities Key responsibilities pre deal closing are as follows: - Setting up lead ledgers in SAP (P11) - Assisting with Due Diligence on the opening balance sheet - Loading assets into SAP with the correct data attributes - Defining and documenting key financial processes and controls - Ensuring internal controls are in place in line with Airbus ERM requirements Key responsibility post-closing is to contribute to the on time, on quality delivery of the monthly consolidation package and annual statutory accounts for Airbus Newco. This involves the: - Application of IFRS, in line with Group Accounting Policies - Oversight of key internal controls and regular reporting of risks and opportunities through the ERM tool - Continual review of processes and procedures to identify and implement improvements - Analysis of data trends using understanding of business operations - Application of UK GAAP in order to produce the UK statutory accounts - Contribution to internal and external audits - Co-ordination of inputs and deliverables from shared service centre (AGBS) - Provision of information to the Tax team to support tax computations Skill Set Essential Qualified Accountant with experience of working in an accounting team Understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP reporting requirements Knowledge and experience in SAP or equivalent financial reporting tools Ability to work in a dynamic, enthusiastic team and to contribute with a positive, proactive mindset Strong communication skills multiple stakeholders at different levels and in different countries Continuous improvement mindset Experience of interacting with internal and external audit teams Qualifications Essential ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent Any Merges and Acquisitions experience would be desirable If this role is of interest and you meet the above criteria, then please apply immediately ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Bristol, GB

Posted Date: 1/15/2025