Job Description
Grafton Banks Finance are working with a Global Commercial company with offices in Littlehampton, West Sussex to recruit a Commercial Accountant on a full-time permanent basis. Working in office Monday- Friday and working within a friendly finance team reporting into the Group Financial Controller you will be responsible for supporting the company’s financial record-keeping and reporting requirements and to ensure compliance with US and other GAAP, corporate policies and procedures, and common ethical practices. This is a hands-on position that requires the individual to be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with effective communication. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills; demonstrated successful organizational and time management skills; problem solving abilities; and international business acumen. The role of Commercial Accountant is to complete the tasks necessary to accurately present the financial condition and results of operations of the company. In addition, the individual will have the skills necessary to analyse and provide reports and communications to higher level management about the specific areas of responsibility. The position is based at the European Regional Offices in Littlehampton.Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for General Ledger of assigned entities, and the oversight of the Banking, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Revenue Recognition, Fixed Assets & Inter-company activities of the same entities.Prepares and records journal entries, e.g. - Calculation of other accruals, Payroll accounting and reconciliation, Preparation of data for holiday accruals, Prepayments, Internal and External commissionsComplete / contribute towards the production of high quality, accurate and detailed balance sheet reconciliations monthly, in-line with Corporate’s timetable / guidelines.Reviews system generated transactions for reasonableness.Provides record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions.Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules and regulations.Analyses financial statement information.Ensures compliance with internal controls accounting process documentation (i.e. SOX 404).Communicates with local and foreign subsidiaries to resolve accounting issues.Produce, maintain and analyse complex management reports.Develop and interpret reports and records for managers/stakeholders.Be involved in reviewing, tracking and maintaining billing information in the financial systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and other accounting regulations.Assistance with audit query resolution.Support the Finance Manager, Accountant Lead and other members of the regional finance team as and when required.The successful candidate will have proven practical experience working in a commercial finance role within a busy fast paced working environment. ( 3 years + ) you will be Qualified AAT Part Qualified or Qualified by experience. You will have excellent communication skills both verbale and written alongside strong IT skills Accounting Software and Excel. You will be a strong Team Player with the ability to take lead and multi task with excellent attention to detail.For your experience you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits package.Grafton Banks Finance
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