Financial Accountant *Aim Listed Technology

London
8 months ago
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Your new company

I am currently working exclusively with a listed technology business based in central London (hybrid working). They are an acquisitive business made up of a network of highly specialised companies, which support leading industrial groups in defining and developing business models using Artificial Intelligence; Big Data; Cloud Computing; Digital Communication and Social Networking.

Your new role

Due to growth of the business, my client is looking to hire a newly qualified practice trained ACA / ACCA to join the finance team and support the Head of GL and Finance Director.

Key duties include:

Preparation of statutory accounts under UK GAAP
Preparation of management accounts
Support the finance transition process for three separate acquisitions,
You will work as part of the central finance team which covered multiple countries across Europe and Asia.
Responded to any ad hoc queries from Finance Director or individual Business Directors
Produce group reports
Trained new staff members hired to work on acquisitions on all aspects of the role
Supporting and managing adhoc projects

What you'll need to succeed

Fully ACA / ACCA qualified from a Mid-tier accounting firm
Experience with audit and accounts preparation
Recently qualified (0-2 years pqe)
Excel: pivot table / v-look ups
Interest in technology and software
Ambitious
Team member who can work independently

What you'll get in return

Great stepping stone into industry to work for a reputable and high growth business. This business has grown at a fast rate over the last few years and has big plans for the next 5 years to expand into new territories. This is an opportunity for a newly qualified ACA / ACCA to apply their practice experience within a commercial setting building on core accounting knowledge really giving you the chance to set yourself up in industry

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