CMA Recruitment Group is working with a global business that specialises in industrial distribution to recruit a Financial Accountant for their Southampton-based finance team. It’s a hands-on, varied role where you’ll work closely with senior leadership on everything from group reporting and compliance to finance projects that actually move the needle.

The company has a strong international presence and a reputation for doing things properly - delivering high-quality service and building long-standing client relationships. They''ve been around for over 100 years but continue to evolve, with a big focus on improving systems, investing in people, and modernising the way finance works across the business.

What will the Financial Accountant role involve?

• Assisting with month-end group reporting and financial statement review
• Supporting the annual budgeting and forecasting cycle
• Preparing for audit and liaising with external auditors
• Coordinating with international finance teams to improve controls and consistency
• Contributing to process improvements, cashflow and treasury responsibilities
• Supporting business insurance administration and managing claims
• Assisting with export control and customs process compliance
• Supporting junior members of the finance team and leading ad hoc projects

Suitable candidate for the Financial Accountant vacancy:

• Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA preferred)
• Strong technical understanding of group reporting, compliance and audit preparation
• Confident analysing financial data and communicating across international teams
• Self-motivated, well-organised and methodical with a strong attention to detail
• Experience with Onestream or Sage 200 would be an advantage
• Exposure to internal audit, treasury or export control processes is desirable

Financial Accountant vacancy  Additional benefits and information:

• Full-time, permanent position based in Southampton
• 10-20% annual Bonus with excellent success rate
• Office Based role benefiting from brand new/modern offices
• Modern, stable business with global reach and strong values
• Opportunities to contribute to key projects and long-term improvements
• Supportive leadership and a culture that values quality and accountability
  

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