Financial Accountant

Flextronics - The Flex Company; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in critical power solutions is seeking a Financial Accountant in the UK. This role involves ensuring accurate accounting activities, overseeing financial operations, and compliance with regulations. Candidates should be qualified accountants with at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting; strong analytical skills and proficiency in accounting software are essential. A competitive salary and benefits package will be provided, along with opportunities for hybrid working and career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced annual leave

Employee recognition scheme

Referral bonus

Group Life Insurance

Sick pay scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Discount programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an accounting role, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and revenue recognition standards.
• Must hold a valid UK driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities.
• Research and report on financial status including variances.
• Oversee taxes and ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in accounting software

Time management

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Workday Career Site Cookie Notice* **Optional** : + and . + We use third-party services such as Google Analytics to gather external career site traffic metrics and analyze visitor information, such as browser usage, visitor numbers, and which pages are used. sets out how they use the information they gather. + We may use **pixel tags or scripts** supplied by various job boards to track when you navigate to our website from a job board and submit a job application. Flex uses this information on an anonymous basis, this helps us understand the efficiency of our recruiting campaigns. Further information on these pixel tags or scripts may be provided by the job board site you have used..# Select to consent to this use or DeclineAnord Mardix, a Flex company, is a global leader in critical power solutions. With facilities around the globe, Anord Mardix leads in critical power infrastructure, supporting a myriad of industries, from financial institutions to data centers.We develop skill sets, encourage curiosity, and enable empowerment – we turn jobs into careers. If this sounds interesting, we’d like to meet you.## Job SummaryAnord Mardix, a Flex company, are a global group that manufactures switchgear and associated products for installation in mission-critical and live commercial buildings ranging from data centres to the international headquarters of some of the world’s largest companies.As **Financial Accountant** you will be responsible for ensuring accurate accounting activities and effective financial operation of the function and implementing appropriate financial and accounting procedures to coordinate transactions to ensure compliance to relevant legislative and corporate directives and to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for business operations.**What a typical day looks like:*** Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities including reconciliations of Balance sheet accounts, coordination, and completion of annual audits, and reviewing financial reports/holds up as necessary* Research and report on financial status including income statement variances, communicating financial results to management, budget preparation* Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions* Oversee taxes and abide by federal regulations* Ensure proper control and accounting of fixed assets additions, disposals, and transfers* Generate reports for labour investigation, expense research, monthly balance sheet and monthly customer profit and loss statement. Review and implement actions resulting from reports* Ensure budgets, schedules, and performance requirements are met* Review all inter-company ICV booking and payments* Ensure proper accounting of all transactions* Ensure accurate monthly inventory valuation* Coordinate/oversee annual physical inventory or stock take* Research expenses for cost centres, departments, and projects* Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as required* Management of 3 Accounts Receivable staff**The experience we’re looking to add to our team:*** Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or studying towards recognised accounting qualification* Minimum 5 years’ experience, preferably with a manufacturing business* Strong understanding of accounting principles and revenue recognition standards* Ability to analyse financial data and identify trends* Strong attention to detail and accuracy* Good communication and interpersonal skills* Proficiency in accounting software and systems* Confident under pressure and able to handle multifaceted objectives* Must hold valid UK driver’s license as travel between sites will be required on occasionally**What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:*** An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;* A competitive salary and benefits package which includes: + A merit-based annual pay review + Enhanced annual leave + Employee recognition scheme and long service awards + Referral bonus + Volunteer days + Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year + Sick pay scheme + Cycle to Work scheme + Enhanced maternity/paternity leave* Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function* Travel opportunities (role dependent)* Support in your well-being by access to + Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice + On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders* Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always.Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose -- to make great products that create value and improve people’s lives.TH10#LI-TONYHYNES## Job CategoryFinanceAnord Mardix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Anord Mardix, you must complete the application process first).Anord Mardix, a Flex company, is a global leader in critical power solutions. With facilities around the globe, Anord Mardix leads in critical power infrastructure, supporting a myriad of industries, from financial institutions to data centers.Our commitment to comprehensive engineering excellence ensures our products and services deliver safe, reliable, quality critical power solutions that you can rely on. Anord Mardix promises innovative engineering solutions to all our clients, meeting the most technical requirements with ease, no matter what the challenge.We develop skill sets, encourage curiosity, and enable empowerment – we turn jobs into careers. If this sounds interesting, we’d like to meet you.