Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Financial Accountant to join our reputable group company with global brands, based in Watford with some travel to London or Southend. This role offers an opportunity for a fully qualified CA, CIMA, or ACCA professional to engage in both management and financial accounting functions, supporting sales, operations, and finance teams.
Main Responsibilities Will Include:
Management Accounting:
- Liaise with sales, sourcing and operations teams. Prepare sales & margin reports and sales forecasts.
- Maintaining costing sheets of products.
- Preparation of weekly purchase order log.
- Review periodical stock reports, monitor optimum and efficient use of stocks and warehouses.
Financial Accounting:
- Assist FC with preparation of monthly/quarterly accounts, compliance with bank and brand owners.
- Variance analysis of operating expenses and take corrective action in liaison with functional managers.
- Preparation of weekly /quarterly cash flow statements.
Person Specifications:
- Minimum 3 years including management/financial accounting in commercial or with a firm of
- chartered accountants.
- Experience in using SAGE 200 or equivalent accounting package.
- Experience in using ERP System, Excel (advanced).
- Experience in working to strict deadlines, analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to coordinate with non-financial managers.
- Involves travel within UK and Europe.
