Financial Accountant

We are currently looking for an experienced Financial Accountant to join our team in Lichfield. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the provision of accurate and timely financial reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support preparation of month end results, journal posting, variance analysis to include P&L, balance sheet and cashflow
• Post accruals and prepayment journals
• Prepare, reconcile and confirm intercompany balances
• Support preparation of assigned balance sheet reconciliations
• Invest Controller. Manage fixed asset register to include additions, disposals, depreciation runs, general maintenance of asset register
• Run IFRS16 leased asset reports and post
• Complete bank postings and cash forecasting
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations (GBP, Euro, USD) for review by FC
• Input P&L for FIRE Reporting
• Input R&D costs summary for GLORIA Reporting
• Input data of Balance Sheet into FIRE
• Plan and run cost allocation cycles in SAP
• Prepare monthly reports for Cost Centre heads. Review with managers and support understanding through additional analysis or explanation as required.
• Partner cost centre leads and other non finance staff as required to manage and understand budgets, actuals and forecasts.
• Support month end and year end closing processes
• In conjunction with FC support preparation of annual financial statements, preparing reports for auditors and tax adviser as required.
• Support preparation of annual cost budgets and upload P&L into SAP, FIRE & GLORIA
• Load Budget balance sheet into FIRE
• Headcount controller, maintaining accurate data to enable reliable reporting
• Prepare and present month end reports for CES UK (Overhead, Headcount)
• Support ongoing review of processes and procedures
• Prepare ad-hoc reports as requested by management

• Graduate  in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA) preferred.
• Proven experience as a Financial Accountant or similar role
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP or IFRS and familiarity with UK tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software & Excel.
• Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication & interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with financial ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle). Preferred
• Prior experience in a multinational or publicly traded company. (Preferred)

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Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.

As an engineering and production partner, Continental Engineering Services (CES) develops customized solutions for technologically challenging tasks in automotive and industrial industries.

Become a part of a strong team and help us ensure that future mobility becomes more user-friendly, drive-efficient, safe, and comfortable.