Acquisition & Integration Accountant

Acquisitions & Integration Accountant

4 days WFH / 1 day in the South West

Broad, mixed role providing commercial support & monthly reporting for this fast paced professional consultancy and advisory client.

This role combines the key tasks associated with monthly reporting with the more commercial elements of an integration.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and reporting of monthly management accounts
• Production of various weekly, bi-monthly, monthly and ad-hoc reports
• Treasury and working capital management for acquired entities
• Assist in identifying synergies and potential risks related to the integration process
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth integration process including working with acquired finance teams to conduct gap analysis on financial processes.
• Work with acquired businesses to ensure a smooth transition from legacy finance system to company systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external advisors to wind down acquired entities post integration
• Assist with the development and implementation of financial controls and processes both centrally and for acquired entities
• Liaise with external auditors and tax professionals
• Provide guidance and support to other team members as needed

• Requirements
• Relevant accounting qualification or qualified by experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in industry or practice
• Strong Excel skills
• Comfortable working in a dynamic team
• Strong commercial and technical accounting experience
• Willing to challenge the status-quo and to suggest and implement improvements to controls and processes
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Hybrid / remote working
• Flexible working hours
• Private Medical Insurance
• Company car allowance as an additional cash payment through PAYE

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