CMS Distribution is one of Europe's leading specialist technology distributors, a growing and successful business with over 450 people across seven locations in the UK and Ireland, as well as offices in the Netherlands, Sweden, France, USA, and China.
Job Purpose
The role of Senior Financial Accountant involves working closely with the Group Finance Manager to provide critical financial support to the business.
Main Responsibilities
* Month End Close: Support the month end close process, including preparation of month end packs, posting of journals (accruals/prepayments and Cost Centre and GL corrections), and preparing monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations with supporting schedules.
* Creditor Payment Support: Provide second-level review for creditor payments.
* Fixed Assets: Be responsible for managing fixed assets for the group and developing a Fixed Asset Policy to ensure consistent application.
* Revenue Recognition: Review billings and stuck documents to ensure revenue is recognised in the correct period.
* Year-End Audit and Statutory Accounts Preparation: Assist with the year-end audit and statutory accounts preparation.
* Special Projects: Participate in special projects as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
* SAP Accounting Software Experience: Preferably having experience with SAP accounting software.
* Financial Structure Understanding: Having a strong understanding of P&L and Balance Sheet.
* Workload Management: Managing a significant workload, highly organised with strong attention to detail.
* Fast-Paced Environment: Ability to work with management in a fast-paced environment.
* Microsoft Excel Skills: Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.
Qualifications and Traits
* Qualified Accountant: Holding a Qualified Accountant certification such as ACA/ACCA.
* Key Traits:
* Diversity and Inclusion: Believing that a diverse and inclusive workforce enriches and is integral to the success of the company.
* Welcome to Diverse Candidates: Valuing diverse opinions and perspectives, and therefore welcoming candidates from all backgrounds including but not limited to ethnicity, gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, and neuro-diversity.