Instantly recognised, this international icon in the FMCG industry has posted incredible results with strong growth plans in place. Offering career development, flexible working, mentoring and top shelf training programs. This is an amazing role for an ambitious Financial Accountant who leads by example and strives to excel in a high-profile division based in central London.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Tax Compliance

• Oversee timely month-end close and prepare financial reporting packs for business planning.
• Review and post accruals/journals from other departments.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare corporation tax returns, including analysis of disallowable expenses and capital allowances.
• Submit VAT and other tax returns, ensuring filings and payments are made on time.
• Forecast balance sheet items during planning cycles and monitor accuracy monthly.

Business Partnering

• Support Finance and Marketing teams with financial reporting and tax compliance.
• Drive best practices in financial controls and process improvement.
• Lead or support internal control changes and project initiatives.

Audit

• Handle queries and documentation requests from external auditors.
• Support internal audit processes.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts under IFRS and FRS 102.

Skills & Experience

• ACA/ACCA qualified.
• Background in practice or industry with an interest in technical accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting/tax principles and internal controls.
• Experience preparing corporation tax and VAT computations preferred.