Group Accountant

At Fleximize, we've lent over £550 million to small businesses across the UK, won a ton of awards, and helped thousands of business owners fulfil their ambitions - but we're just getting started.

Our mission is to make life better for business owners with flexible funding, unrivalled customer support, and so much more. As we kick off our next growth phase, we're looking for a Group Accountant to play an integral part of our weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting obligations. In this critical role, you will assist projects alongside the financial controller, utilising your expertise to enhance our financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the review of the monthly group management accounts, including review of journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of Statutory Accounts and audit liaison.
• Produce and investigate balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Ensure the correct application of group accounting policies and maintain strong controls, compliance, and governance.
• Lead projects, such as the implementation of new systems, to enhance our financial processes.
• Support the finance team with daily tasks such as allocating customer receipts, inbox monitoring and calculating settlement figures.

What we're looking for

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA or ICAEW).
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience.
• Proficiency in IT systems, particularly Microsoft Excel (Sumifs and lookups).
• Strong understanding of key accounting concepts.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to work independently, and part of a team.
• Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to multi-task and prioritise effectively

Bonus points for:

• Previous experience in financial services is beneficial but not essential.

In return you'll get:

There are plenty of reasons to join us at Flex HQ. From our modern waterfront office (with a fully stocked kitchen) to our staff perks, including private medical insurance, employee benefit scheme, and more. We're a friendly bunch at Fleximize, with regular team events and socials, and we’re excited to welcome you into the family.

You can expect:

• A competitive salary: we’re committed to equal pay and professional development, so we review salaries annually. We also offer a company-wide pension scheme.
• Generous holiday entitlement: we offer 25 days holiday entitlement, with the added flexibility to buy and sell annual leave days. You get your birthday off too!
• Professional development: career advancement is as important to us as it is to you. We offer training courses and qualifications to develop your skills and knowledge. Taking time to attend webinars and in-person seminars that can help you in your role is also encouraged.
• Healthcare benefits: all team members get private healthcare as standard, which can even be extended to cover your family. We also offer company death-in-service insurance.
• Perks & discounts: everyone gets access to exclusive discount codes and offers on thousands of high-street and online stores.
• Free breakfast every day: our kitchen is filled with fresh fruit, cereals, and other goodies to start your day right.
• Team socials: regular team outings give us all a chance to have fun and relax, whether it’s an escape room, theme park, football match, or evening at the local restaurant.

Ready to apply?

To apply, please submit your CV to [email protected]. Click the button below to find out more about life at Flex HQ.

Please note: This is an in-house role based in Ipswich. Applicants must already be residing in the UK and have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to offer visa sponsorship.

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