Pratap Partnership are exclusively recruiting for a large PLC in Sheffield who are looking to recruit for a Financial Accountant to cover for a maternity leave for 12 months. Overview of the role; Reporting to the Financial Controller you will provide support in ensuring accuracy, integrity and development of the financial reporting Responsible for cash management across three legal entities including variance reporting and weekly cash forecasting. Attend and contribute to the weekly cash calls with stakeholders across the company. Develop a strong working relationship with the AP & cash teams within the shared service as well as the company's credit controller. Support the FC with the month end close process for three legal entities, and all reporting to group including 5 year plan submissions and the company's annual budget. Ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are completed and points actioned on a monthly basis Contribute to the design and creation of a month end reporting pack. Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements, tax pack submissions, VAT and other statutory compliance requirements. Understand, document and review the key financial processes and controls within the Company, making suggestion for improvement and aligning with best practice where appropriate. Support the FC in establishing a finance function at Head Office and driving a culture of openness and integrity through the business' monthly reports and submissions to group. Preparation of month end management accounts and reports including required journals. Overview of expectations; Qualified Accountant with a proven track record of preparing statutory accounts and statutory audits Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with wide range of people and groups. Experience of managing conflicting and competing priorities effectively Microsoft Office (including advanced Excel skills) Experience of preparation of statutory accounts, tax returns, VAT returns. Overview of benefits; Completion bonus, 25 days holiday, pension and parking