General Ledger Accountant
- Employer
- Michael Page Finance
- Location
- Scotland, Edinburgh
- Salary
- Negotiable
- Closing date
- Jun 11, 2019
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- Job Role
- Financial Accountant
- Sector
- Oil, Gas & Energy
- Contract Type
- Temporary
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
My client is currently seeking a long term day rate General Ledger Accountant to join them asap.
Client Details
Market leading organisation based in Edinburgh city centre.
Description
Duties will include:
- Responsible for financial accounting and general ledger
- Standard reporting, creating journals, balance sheet and bank reconciliations, bonus and commission calculations, allocating individuals to commission schedules, accruals, creation and management of fixed assets, inter company accounts, recharges, running allocations, assisting with any group reporting requirements, prepayments and tax accounting
- Assisting with the preparation of statutory accounts for entities in the region where required
- Meeting any internal and external audit requirements
- Ensuring financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
- Ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end closing
- Resolving accounting discrepancies
Profile
- Ideally qualified or a finalist ACCA, ICAS or CIMA
- Good level usage of Excel and data manipulation
- Dedications and commitment to achieve results and deadlines.
- Sound knowledge of general accounting and reporting processes
- Effective resolution of complex reporting requirements
- Maintain efficient control under pressure to meet deadlines
- Good communication skills
- Time management and prioritisation skills
Job Offer
Long term day rate contract is available for the successful candidate in Edinburgh
Company
Michael Page specialises in the permanent, temporary and interim recruitment of qualified accountants. In fact, our organisation was founded to provide selection and recruitment services for accounting professionals and has been a market leader in this field for more than 35 years.
We have earned the trust of clients in industry and commerce, the banking and financial services markets and the public and not-for-profit sector. We also have an exemplary track record of completing assignments for everyone from small, boutique practices to the Big Four firms.
Many of our consultants have a background in accounting and finance – that’s real, grass roots expertise at your disposal. Combine that with the global reach you get from a company that has over 155 offices in 36 countries and you’re looking at a pretty formidable package. We are confident no other consultancy is better qualified to help you make that crucial, next step in your career.
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