General Ledger Accountant

Our client based in Horsham are looking to recruit a General Ledger Accountant on a temp to perm assignment.

The GL Accountant function is responsible for accurate & timely accounting of all general ledger bookings
This role will work closely with the Senior Finance Manager Finance & Accounting, the CTDEMEAAP Team, the divisional Accounting and Controlling, the corporate Accounting & Controlling teams and the EMEAFP&A team.

The position holder will report to the Senior Finance Manager Finance & Controlling, CTDEMEA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process all the bookings for all Accruals, Prepayments, IC transactions and Inventory
• Prepare and submit the VAT statements to local authorities
• Reconcile all the general ledger accounts in Blackline
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, interaction and assistance with other members of the finance team
• Completes and manages other projects and ad hoc requests as per business need
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision, values and competencies

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Candidate will demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: general ledger knowledge, monthly, quarterly and annual closing and financial reporting.
• The ideal candidate will show passion for finance & accounting activities
• The ability to identify process and control gaps and champion improvement initiatives through Practical Process Improvement.
• The ideal candidate will have a commitment to continuous learning, show career progression and development, and seek opportunities to stretch capabilities.
• Good skills with MS Excel are required; Further IT skills such as CODA and Job Router are beneficial.

Education/ Experience:

• • Apprenticeship in Finance or Accounting
• • 5 years proven experience in General Ledger and other Operational Finance roles

*First Recruitment Services are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.