Your new companyYou will work for an organisation that offers a diverse range of services supporting local businesses in the North West, including fuel/oil, construction and farming.Your new roleAs Accounting Technician, you will report to the Financial Controller and your main duties will include:Assist with month-end close processes, working closely with the Accountant and Members of the Finance Team to support the day-to-day finance function.Contribute to the accurate and timely preparation of the monthly management accounts, including profit and loss accounts, balance sheet and journal entries.Provide support with the year-end close procedures and production of the year-end audit file to include supporting schedules, audit evidence and analysis.Liaise with both the Internal and External Auditors as required and provide support for the completion of audits.Conduct financial reviews and provide ad-hoc reports and analyses as required.Assist with the preparation of regular trade predictions and financial projections.Provide support with the annual budgeting process, including the preparation and ongoing monitoring of budgets and the provision of cost analysis and forecasts.Day-to-Day Financial Support.Provide support for the weekly and monthly payroll processes.Contribute to the development and review of financial policies and procedures as required.Support finance staff with implementing continuous system/process improvements and contribute to finance projects as required.Assist with other finance administrative tasks as and when required.What you'll need to succeedFully Qualified Accounts Technician: IATI or equivalentAt least two years' relevant experience in either a practice or commercial backgroundIn-depth understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and strong accounts preparation experienceProficient in the use of Microsoft applications, particularly Microsoft ExcelExperience working with payrollWhat you'll get in return You will work on a full-time permanent basis and will be offered a highly competitive salary. 33 days' paid holiday including bank and public increasing to 38 with service; a generous contributory pension scheme; enhanced family-friendly benefits; death in service benefit; on-site free car parking. Employee Well Being Initiatives include:Westfield Health Cash PlanEmployee Assistance ProgrammeBenefits Platform - access to retail discountsCycle to Work Scheme and Subsidised Sports Membership SchemeWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk