Financial Accountant NEW Center Parcs Posted yesterday Newark

Center Parcs group; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading leisure organization in Ireland is seeking a Financial Accountant to provide support in technical accounting, preparation of financial statements, and VAT returns. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA qualified and possess a strong understanding of UK VAT. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, supporting audits, and collaborating within a team. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and unique benefits, including a bonus scheme and employee discounts.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Pension & Life Assurance

Free Day Passes

Discounted Breaks

20% Off Food & Retail

Perks at Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified or working towards it.
• Broad understanding of UK VAT and Corporation Tax.
• Experience of external financial audits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare subsidiary and holding company financial statements.
• Prepare period-end financial statements including balance sheets.
• Assist with technical accounting papers preparation.

Skills

Accuracy in financial reporting

Understanding of UK VAT

Collaboration in team environments

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent

Job description

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT | ACA / ACCA Qualified

Circa £50,000 per annum | plus 12% bonus scheme

Hybrid role with both office based and home working | New Ollerton, Newark NG22 9DP | Free car park onsite

This is an exciting opportunity to join us as Financial Accountant. You will provide support to the Group Tax and Financial Accountant in respect of technical accounting, the preparation of statutory financial statements, cashflow budgeting and forecasting, preparing and reviewing controls.

The successful candidate will be ACA/ACCA qualified, working towards or equivalent with a broad understanding of UK VAT.

What you will be doing:

• Preparation of the Group’s subsidiary and holding company financial statements.
• Responsible for preparing period-end financial statements, including balance sheets and cash flow statements for Center Parcs Ireland Limited, as well as consolidated balance sheets, cash flow statements, and covenant calculations for the Center Parcs (Holdings 1) Limited Group.
• Assist the Group Tax and Financial Accountant with the preparation of technical accounting papers.
• Obtain appropriate audit evidence and prepare supporting schedules to resolve any queries raised by internal or external financial auditors.
• Complete the VAT returns on the required timetables for Center Parcs Ireland Limited, CPUK6 Limited and the UK Group.

What you will need:

• ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent.
• The ability to produce work with a high degree of accuracy.
• A broad understanding of UK VAT and Corporation tax.
• Preparation of financial statements.
• Experience of external financial audits.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and contribute within a supportive team environment.

HOURS OF WORK

You will be contracted to work 150 hours per 4-week period (37.5 hours per week). Normal working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. However, dynamic working is available whereby the earliest start time is 7am and the latest finish time is 7pm. Please note, this role will be hybrid with a mixture of office-based and home-working.

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work, and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Bonus Scheme - recognition for your contribution through our management bonus programme
• Pension & Life Assurance - helping you plan for the future with peace of mind
• Recognition & Rewards - choose from Center Parcs and high street vouchers to celebrate your achievements
• Free Day Passes - enjoy complimentary use of our fantastic village leisure facilities
• Discounted Breaks - take time out with reduced rates on Center Parcs holidays
• 20% Off Food & Retail - save on meals and shopping at our restaurants and outlets
• Perks at Work - unlock a wide range of discounts on retail, travel, and entertainment
• Employee Assistance Programme - confidential support for financial, health, and legal matters

Career Development

Grow with us through exciting opportunities and recognised qualifications.

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.

Closing date:

9th January 2026

Interviews to be held:

Week commencing 12th January 2026

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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