2 Cima jobs in the United Kingdom
Senior Accountant (ACCA/CIMA Qualified)
BD1 1AA Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber
£45000 Annually
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Our client, a reputable financial services firm, is seeking a highly competent Senior Accountant to join their finance department. This hybrid role, based in Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK , requires an individual with strong accounting principles and experience in financial reporting and analysis. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, preparing financial statements, and providing insightful financial analysis to support business decisions. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial records.
Key responsibilities include month-end and year-end closing procedures, balance sheet reconciliations, and managing accounts payable and receivable. You will also be involved in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. The ideal candidate will be ACCA or CIMA qualified, with a solid understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and IT skills, particularly with accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, SAP) and Excel, are essential. You should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated finance professional to advance their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
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Key responsibilities include month-end and year-end closing procedures, balance sheet reconciliations, and managing accounts payable and receivable. You will also be involved in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. The ideal candidate will be ACCA or CIMA qualified, with a solid understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and IT skills, particularly with accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, SAP) and Excel, are essential. You should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated finance professional to advance their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of general ledger.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Conduct financial analysis, identify trends, and provide insights to management.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards (UK GAAP/IFRS) and regulations.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Develop and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
- Prepare tax computations and filings.
- Collaborate with other departments on financial matters.
- ACCA or CIMA qualification or equivalent.
- Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or in a similar accounting role.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, SAP) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
- Experience with financial audits is advantageous.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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Senior Financial Analyst - Management Accounting
SR1 1AB Sunderland, North East
£40000 Annually
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Our client, a well-established and growing company in the services sector, is looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to join their finance team. This role, based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, UK , will play a key part in supporting the management accounting function, providing crucial financial insights to aid strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for preparing management reports, analyzing financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying variances, and developing recommendations for improvement. Your duties will include financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and contributing to the month-end and year-end close processes. You will also work closely with various departments to gather financial data and provide support on financial matters.
The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or possess a strong professional qualification and extensive experience in management accounting and financial analysis. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required, preferably within a similar industry. You must possess excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with a strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, VBA). Experience with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and BI tools is highly advantageous. Exceptional communication skills are needed to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. You should be organised, proactive, and capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work environment. This role offers significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a supportive finance department.
Key Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or possess a strong professional qualification and extensive experience in management accounting and financial analysis. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required, preferably within a similar industry. You must possess excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with a strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, VBA). Experience with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and BI tools is highly advantageous. Exceptional communication skills are needed to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. You should be organised, proactive, and capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work environment. This role offers significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a supportive finance department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide commentary on financial performance.
- Assist in the budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Perform financial modeling and scenario analysis.
- Support cost accounting and profitability analysis.
- Contribute to the month-end and year-end financial close.
- Collaborate with departmental heads on financial planning and control.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
- Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in management accounting or financial analysis.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential.
- Experience with financial systems and ERP software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
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