Contract
Financial Accountant
Stoke-on-Trent

Posted Yesterday
An opportunity has arisen for a detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join a busy finance team within a dynamic manufacturing environment, on a fixed-term contract. As the Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for managing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting operational and strategic decision-making through accurate financial insights
Job Description:
- As the Financial Accountant, you will prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Perform bank reconciliations and manage weekly cash flow reporting
- As the Financial Accountant, you will support the preparation of budgets and forecasts, including variance analysis and commentary
- Assist with capital expenditure tracking and fixed asset management.
- As the Financial Accountant, you will assist with the preparation of VAT returns, corporation tax computations, and other statutory filings
- Liaise with external auditors and provide documentation for audit processes
- As the Financial Accountant, you will implement and maintain robust internal controls and financial procedures
- Collaborate with production and operations teams to ensure accurate cost allocation and financial reporting
- As the Financial Accountant, you will conduct financial analysis to support pricing strategies, cost reduction initiatives, and investment decisions
- Support ERP system improvements and ensure accurate financial data integration
- Prepare and submit regulatory reports as required by governing bodies
- Stay current with changes in accounting standards, tax legislation, and industry best practices
- Mentor junior finance staff and contribute to team development
The role would suit candidates with the following experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred, will consider QBE
- Proven experience in financial accounting within a manufacturing or industrial setting is desirable
- Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (Sage/NetSuite desirable)
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial modelling
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 Per Annum
Brampton Recruitment is an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.