Mintel
Finance
FinancialAccountant
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“Financial Accountant at Mintel. Skills: Year-end audit, Reporting, Close processes. Lead year-end audit preparation. Support year-end audit preparation”
What You'll Achieve.
Smooth and timely close process; Audit readiness
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills
Immediate start
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), Solid post-qualification experience, Technical accounting knowledge, Experience in audit preparation, Proficiency in NetSuite
What You'll Do.
Lead year-end audit preparation
Support year-end audit preparation
Compile audit schedules
Liaise with external auditors
Manage month-end close
Manage year-end close
Ensure accuracy and timeliness
Prepare journal entries
Review journal entries
Prepare reconciliations
Review reconciliations
Prepare financial statements
Review financial statements
Ensure compliance with internal controls
Ensure compliance with accounting standards
Assist with balance sheet reviews
Assist with variance analysis
Provide support across finance operations
Contribute to process improvements
Collaborate with internal stakeholders
Ensure audit readiness
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Finance team; Internal stakeholders
Communication Scope
Stakeholder management
Full Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Financial Accountant to join our finance team on a 6-month interim basis to support year-end audit and reporting. This role is critical in ensuring a smooth and timely close process and will suit someone with a strong technical accounting background and hands-on experience in audit preparation. The right candidate can start the role immediately. Key Responsibilities: Lead and support year-end audit preparation, including compiling audit schedules and liaising with external auditors Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards Assist with balance sheet reviews and variance analysis Provide support across finance operations and contribute to process improvements Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve queries and ensure audit readiness Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with solid post-qualification experience Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in audit preparation (practice or industry) Proficiency in NetSuite is essential Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and stakeholder management skills What We Offer: A collaborative and dynamic finance team Exposure to year-end audit and reporting processes Competitive daily rate Hybrid working options available This is a great opportunity for a seasoned accountant to make an impact during a key financial period. If you’re available immediately and meet the criteria, we’d love to hear from you. #LI-SH1
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