Senior Finance Assistant / Senior Accounts Assistant | £32,000 - £40,000 | Finance Expertise | Multi-Entity Experience
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Finance Assistant / Senior Accounts Assistant to join a well-established provider of business communication and security technology solutions.
This is a varied role offering the opportunity to take ownership of key finance processes, play an important part in month-end activities and provide support and guidance to junior members of the finance team.
This full-time role offers salary range of £32,000 - £40,000and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
? Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns across multiple entities.
? Managing intercompany invoicing, recharges and reconciliations, resolving discrepancies.
? Completing daily and monthly bank reconciliations, including multi-currency accounts.
? Posting accruals, prepayments and month-end journals.
? Supporting month-end close and the preparation of management accounts.
? Processing and reviewing sales and purchase invoices, including supplier payment runs.
? Maintaining accurate sales, purchase and nominal ledgers, and monitoring aged debtors and creditors.
? Reconciling balance sheet control accounts and resolving outstanding or historic unreconciled items.
? Maintaining supporting schedules and processing authorised write-offs where required.
? Acting as a senior point of contact within the finance team, supporting and guiding Finance Assistants.
The candidates from the following background will be considered:
? Senior Finance Assistant, Senior Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Officer, Finance Executive or in a similar position
What we are looking for:
? Approx. 5 years experience within a finance environment.
? Experience working within a multi-entity environment.
? Proven experience preparing VAT returns and handling intercompan....Read more...
Senior Finance Assistant / Senior Accounts Assistant | £32,000 - £40,000 | Finance Expertise | Multi-Entity Experience
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Finance Assistant / Senior Accounts Assistant to join a well-established provider of business communication and security technology solutions.
This is a varied role offering the opportunity to take ownership of key finance processes, play an important part in month-end activities and provide support and guidance to junior members of the finance team.
This full-time role offers salary range of £32,000 - £40,000and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns across multiple entities.
* Managing intercompany invoicing, recharges and reconciliations, resolving discrepancies.
* Completing daily and monthly bank reconciliations, including multi-currency accounts.
* Posting accruals, prepayments and month-end journals.
* Supporting month-end close and the preparation of management accounts.
* Processing and reviewing sales and purchase invoices, including supplier payment runs.
* Maintaining accurate sales, purchase and nominal ledgers, and monitoring aged debtors and creditors.
* Reconciling balance sheet control accounts and resolving outstanding or historic unreconciled items.
* Maintaining supporting schedules and processing authorised write-offs where required.
* Acting as a senior point of contact within the finance team, supporting and guiding Finance Assistants.
The candidates from the following background will be considered:
* Senior Finance Assistant, Senior Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Officer, Finance Executive or in a similar position
What we are looking for:
* Approx. 5 years experience within a finance environment.
* Experience working within a multi-entity environment.
* Proven experience preparing VAT returns and handling intercompany accounting, including invoicing, reconciliations and transactions.
* Strong knowledge of accruals, prepayments, journals and month-end processes.
* AAT qualified, part-qualified or qualified through relevant practical experience.
* Confident undertaking bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
* Experience maintaining accurate financial ledgers and robust financial controls.
* Strong working knowledge of Sage 50.
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
* Experience using an ERP system is highly desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Finance Assistant / Senior Accounts Assistant to take on a varied role, make an immediate impact and play a key part in supporting a busy finance team.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
RPM Performance Coatings is a strategic operating unit of RPM International Inc. RPM Performance Coatings joins exceptional products, technologies, service and individuals together to provide a comprehensive building solution package to markets throughout North America, as well as internationally. RPM Performance Coatings products and services are sold directly to contractors, distributors and end users, such as industrial manufacturing facilities, public institutions and other commercial customers. RPM Performance Coatings generated $1.5 billion in net sales for the fiscal year ended May 31, 2024.
The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing and supporting core general ledger accounting activities to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Based in Maple Shade, NJ, this role plays a key part in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and supports multiple accounting teams across various PCG locations.
The Senior Accountant partners closely with General Ledger Leads and cross-functional stakeholders to prepare journal entries, maintain account reconciliations, and support audit requirements. This position is also expected to exercise sound judgment, identify accounting issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across the general ledger function.
Essential Functions
Supports monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities by preparing accurate and timely journal entries and coordinating assigned close deliverables.
Prepares balance sheet account reconciliations, roll-forwards, and supporting schedules, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and appropriate documentation.
Performs P&L and balance sheet fluctuation analyses and documents explanations for significant variances.
Maintains the integrity of the general ledger by ensuring transactions are recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP, company policy, and close calendar requirements.
Executes internal controls in accordance with SOX and company policies, including preparation and retention of supporting documentation.
Identifies accounting issues, control deficiencies, or process gaps and escalates matters to management as appropriate.
Supports quarterly and annual audit activities by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and other audit support documentation, and responds to audit and internal inquiries in a timely manner.
Partners with cross-functional teams, including FP&A and AP, to resolve accounting issues and support accurate financial reporting.
Supports multiple accounting teams across PCG locations by coordinating reconciliations, resolving issues, and promoting consistency in accounting processes, documentation, and controls.
Participates in process improvement, standardization, and automation initiatives within the accounting function.
Serves as a resource to junior accountants and supports knowledge sharing and adoption of best practices.
Supports special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
4+ years of progressive accounting experience
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., LN, Oracle) and Excel
Highly detail-oriented with a strong sense of accountability and ability to meet deadlines
Solid understanding of general ledger structure and financial statements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong time management skills
Ability to work effectively with accounting teams across multiple locations and operating environments
Preferred Requirements
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience supporting multiple business units, sites, or legal entities
Experience in a SOX-controlled environment
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with LN and Oracle
Physical Requirements
This position requires minimal physical activity but does require computer usage for an extended period of time - up to 8+ hours in a day. No unusual environmental, lifting or exertion requirements are associated with this position.
Benefits and Compensation
The pay range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $70,000 and $100,000 annually. The range is an estimate based on potential employee qualification operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
In addition to career advancement and growth, continuous training, and mentoring opportunities, PCG/Stonhard offers an excellent comprehensive health plan and financial benefits program including but not limited to, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan and Stock Purchase Plans.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Senior Bookkeeper | Hertfordshire (Lee Valley / Hertford area) | £30,000 – £38,000 | Permanent, Full-time An independent accountancy practice in Hertfordshire is looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to take ownership of the bookkeeping and VAT for a varied portfolio of small business clients. The practice has recently come under new leadership, and the new owners are investing in modern systems, a supportive culture and growth. It is a close-knit team, so you will know your clients, see the impact of your work and have direct access to the people running the firm. You will take clients from source records through to finalised, review-ready figures, freeing the accountants to concentrate on year-end accounts, tax and advisory. It suits someone who can run a workload independently and enjoys being the dependable point of contact for clients. What you'll be doingRunning your own client portfolio across different sectors and software packages, keeping the books accurate and up to datePreparing and submitting VAT returns under Making Tax Digital, applying the right scheme for each client and keeping a clear deadline scheduleCompleting bank, control account and balance sheet reconciliations, posting journals and producing trial balances ready for accountant reviewHandling CIS returns and the domestic reverse charge for contractor and subcontractor clientsSupporting quarterly updates for sole traders and landlords as Making Tax Digital for Income Tax comes inHelping the payroll team with RTI, auto-enrolment and year-end, including cover at peak timesBeing the day-to-day contact for your clients, moving them onto cloud software where it makes sense, and sharing knowledge with junior colleaguesWhat you'll bringAt least four years' bookkeeping experience, ideally in practice with a range of clientsProven experience of MTD VAT returnsConfidence with reconciliations, control accounts and working up to trial balanceSage and Xero (QuickBooks is a bonus) and good Excel skillsOrganisation and attention to detail, with the ability to juggle deadlines across a portfolioA clear, professional manner with clients by phone and emailHelpful but not essential: MTD for Income Tax, CIS or payroll experience (full training given), AAT Level 3/4 or similar, Dext or AutoEntryWhat's on offerSalary of £30,000 – £38,000 depending on experienceFull-time, Monday to Friday, with hybrid working negotiable (majority office-based)Generous holiday that increases with length of serviceWorkplace pensionStudy support towards AAT or other professional qualificationsRegular CPD and trainingA stable, growing firm where you can help shape how the practice worksTo apply, or for a confidential conversation, contact EPS Recruitment.....Read more...
