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Financial Accountant

Newland, North Yorkshire
2 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
DN14, Newland, North Yorkshire
£38,000 - £40,000 GBP yearly
Accounting / Finance
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for your next opportunity within a well-established business? Castle Employment is recruiting for a Financial Accountant to join a successful organisation based in Howden, East Yorkshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of financial processes, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively within a busy finance team.
Ideally suited to an AAT Level 4 qualified professional, this role offers the opportunity to apply your accounting knowledge in a varied position, supporting accurate financial reporting and the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Preparing and posting journals, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and other month-end adjustments.
* Completing balance sheet reconciliations, investigating variances and resolving discrepancies.
* Supporting the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are achieved.
* Preparing and reviewing financial reports to support accurate and timely reporting.
* Maintaining the general ledger and ensuring transactions are coded correctly.
* Reconciling key control accounts and reviewing unusual movements.
* Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and audit schedules.
* Ensuring financial processes comply with internal controls, accounting policies and relevant regulations.
* Monitoring fixed assets, maintaining the fixed asset register and calculating depreciation where required.
* Assisting with VAT returns and other financial compliance requirements.
* Identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls and reporting accuracy.
* Working closely with colleagues across the finance team to resolve queries and provide reliable financial information.
About You
We’re looking for a motivated and organised individual who takes pride in producing accurate work and can manage competing priorities effectively.
Ideally, you will have:
* AAT Level 4 qualification, or equivalent accounting experience.
* Previous experience in a finance or accounting role.
* A good understanding of financial accounting principles and reconciliations.
* Experience supporting month-end processes, journals and financial reporting.
* Strong Excel and IT skills, with experience using finance systems.
* Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
* The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team.
* Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.
What is on offer:
* A full-time, permanent opportunity.
* A competitive salary, dependent on experience.
* The opportunity to join an established and successful organisation.
* A varied role offering exposure to a range of financial accounting activities.
* The chance to develop your experience within a supportive finance team