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With over 115,000 members in 140 countries, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) has been at the heart of the mechanical engineering profession since 1847.
We strive to improve the world through engineering by developing engineers, promoting engineering, informing opinion and encouraging innovation.
We are Investors in People (IIP) Gold accredited, which reflects our organisation’s commitment to our employees who are a vital part of supporting our engineers.
We are now looking for an Accounting and Systems Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.
The Role
As an Accounting and Systems Manager, you will ensure the accuracy of our Accounting and financial systems for both IMechE and our subsidiaries.
Undertaking a range of accounting duties, you will be responsible for VAT and tax returns, providing technical expertise and administering our investment portfolio.
You will also oversee the development and implementation of new financial systems, ensuring users are trained and processes are documented.
Additionally, you will:
- Produce all reconciliations
- Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures
- Be responsible for regulatory reports
- Oversee the administration of bank and investment accounts and Systems
- Lead on the posting and reconciliation of intercompany payments
To be considered you will need:
- Professional certification, such as CCAB (Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies), ACA or ACCA
- Experience of producing or auditing financial statements
- Experience of being responsible for reporting and consolidation within a group
- Staff management experience in a multi-site and/or hybrid working environment
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the ability to support others in improving their skills
- Salary of up to £55,000 per annum depending on experience
- 26 days’ holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Benefits including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance and private health cover
- Continuous training and career development
- A range of wellbeing benefits to encourage a healthy work-life balance
The closing date for this role is 5th April 2024 and this date can be brought forward if we have found the right candidate. Please note that interviews will be held on an ad hoc basis as suitable applicants apply and an immediate start is available for the right candidate.
We regret that we are unable to reply to each applicant, therefore, if you do not hear from us within 28 days of your application for this post you should assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Other organisations may call this role Accountant, Accounts Senior, Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, Financial Systems Manager, or Management Accountant.
Webrecruit and Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
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