Financial Control Accountant - Eastleigh

Overview:

6 Month Contract

£55,000 - £60,000 pro rata

SSO, B&Q House, Eastleigh, Southampton

The role will also be involved in understanding the accounting implications of new business initiatives and working alongside finance and business teams to land new processes to improve controls and efficiency.

What's the job?:

• Own and manage the month end cycle for all B&Q entities, whilst implementing improvements to ways of working between our onshore teams and our Global Business Support function.
• Conduct monthly Financial Statement & KPI sign off reviews with Finance Director,
• Subject matter expert on technical accounting for all areas of the business, in addition to ensuring statutory accounts are prepared in line with the latest guidance.
• Collaborating with wider finance teams on significant accounting risk areas within the business and using technical expertise to propose approach and solutions.
• Manage the audit process by acting as the primary contact with our auditors to manage requests and deliverables.
• Plan and manage the statutory accounts cycle for B&Q entities as required, including acting as first reviewer.
• Take a lead on the design and implementation of efficiency projects across the finance function.
• Undertake key routine tasks, such as managing the weekly sales submission, reviewing balance sheet accounts and ensuring control sign off in accordance with internal frameworks.
• Deputise for Financial Controller when necessary.

What we need::

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified accountant (minimum 2 years post qualified).
• Good understanding of financial accounting standards (IFRS) and experience in technical accounting roles / audit.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy is essential.
• Strong team player.
• Flexible and deadline-orientated, able to work under pressure and prioritise workload accordingly.
• Good working knowledge of Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels.

What's in it for me?:

As part of a great team, you’ll be valued for who you are. We’re committed to making B&Q more diverse and representative of the communities we serve, where everyone can feel they belong and have equal opportunities. You will have access to a range of networks that represent our colleagues and allies and help us to continue to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business.

So we can support you during the application or interview process, please contact recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk for any recruitment adjustments.

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