Financial Accountant

A reputable client of ours, specialised within the Financial industry is looking to onboard a Financial Accountant to join their team. The designated person will be reporting to the Financial Controller, and will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation:

Duties:

• File, and post weekly cashbook and monthly bank statements for all own and client funds bank accounts.
• Review and clear suspense accounts regularly while performing thorough purchase/bank/sales ledger reconciliations.
• Process, code, and post client invoices to Netsuite accounting systems in line with company procedures 
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and assist in resolving reconciling differences
• Undertake additional accounting, administrative and finance- related duties as assigned by the Financial Controller.
• Support month-end and year-end activities by preparing and posting journal entries and balance sheet accounts. 
• Provide monthly Key Performance Indicator and Key Risk Indicator reporting to the Risk Manager and Financial Controller.
• Collate documentation and liaise directly with external auditors during the annual audits
• Act as the direct deputy cover for the Financial Controller to complete statutory returns when required.
• Conduct analytical reviews on prospective clients' financial statements and forecasts to reduce corporate financial exposure.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years' local experience in a similar accounting role.
• Previous experience in e-money/payments, banking, or corporate treasury is an advantage
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and organize work efficiently
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Excel skills.

Education and Experience

• Must be AAT qualified, or equivalent, and ideally be working towards being fully qualified