The Consultancy Group are currently recruiting for a newly qualified Financial Accountant to join a leading media outlet. Based in their Central London office this role is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract. Key Responsibilities Responsible for the monthly reporting of group holding companies Support the year end Group consolidation and annual financial statements process including drafting financial accounts and related notes Involvement in the timetabling and preparation of annual budgets/forecasts Be a key contact for the auditors and tax advisors as part of the annual financial audit; answering queries and providing documentation Weekly update of the cashbooks for the group companies & maintenance of the group's cash flow forecasts Deputise where necessary for the Group Financial Controller Regulation & compliance Preparation of quarterly VAT returns (including EU MOSS) as well as other tax returns for group companies Responsible for insurance returns of the Group which includes liaising with the business to gather relevant information Providing analysis and information for the Group's Research & Development submissions Key contact for information in respect of UK and US tax and compliance returns Maintenance of exchange rates in all finance related systems Creation & maintenance of budget templates and other systems generated templates as required by the finance team Continuous improvement of monthly and weekly templates Regular audit checks of all systems Contribute to a strong and effective financial control environment Adopt a business partnering approach when interacting with key stakeholders, providing ad hoc analysis and modelling to support decision making and projects across all Group companies Create additional management reporting information across the group as required Other ad-hoc duties as required The Candidate The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, a logical approach to managing and prioritising their day and workload Experience using SUN Systems & Q&A analysis module desirable but not essential Ability to communicate at all levels, both written and verbal Strong IT skills, including Excel Experience in management accounting and FP&A which include all aspects of account preparation and analysis, costs control, planning and budgeting Interest in financial accounting and controls which would include statutory accounts preparation & tax reporting A newly/qualified accountant ACA/ACCA (or other overseas equivalent)