Financial Accountant 12-month contract Competitive day rates Mon-Thu - 8am-4:45pm & half day Fridays Leading Aerospace Business Coventry Are you an experienced Financial Accountant looking for your next contract position? We are recruiting for an initial 12 month contract with the possibility of extensions for our client who are an Aerospace Manufacturing company. This position will be based in the Birmingham area, and between January - March next year will be transitioning to a new site in the Coventry area. Initial 12 months contract Immediate start available 37 hours per week Monday - Thursday 7.45am - 4.30pm early finish Friday 7.45am - 1pm The successful Financial Accountant is required to have the following; Thorough understanding and experience in financial accounting and control processes, while ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize with changing situations. Ability to solve problems in straightforward situations and analyze possible solutions using technical experience, judgment and precedents. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Excel. SAP experience would be beneficial Minimum Part Qualified (CIMA/ACCA) with minimum of 5 years' experience. 2 years' experience in manufacturing environment preferably but not essential The Financial Accountant will be required to do the following; Assist in ensuring the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Finance Policies and Procedures Manual, and the on time closing of monthly results, included maintenance/documentation of account reconciliation. Assists in maintaining general ledger and preparation of monthly financial statements and reports. Participates in the monthly close process by generating various journal entries, preparing required reconciliations, and analytically reviewing specific general ledger accounts for accuracy and proper valuation. Aid in resolution of issues from Finance Shared Services and approval of journals sent to site from Finance Shared Services. Assist in clearance of accounts payable invoices within the workflow system. Responsible for month end reconciliations being completed and reviewed and where applicable action items resulting from the reviews. Support Internal & External Audit mitigation and resolution plans and ensure timely closure of Internal Audit findings