Statutory Accountant, Lawes Consulting Group

Statutory Accountant

Lawes Consulting Group

Location:

United Kingdom, Birmingham

Category:

Finance

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

60000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

The Statutory Accountant will be part of the Finance Division and will report to the UK finance Director (previously UK Regional Controller). The role will involve preparing statutory accounts, month end reporting and liaising with auditors.

Job Responsibility:

Prepare and submit statutory financial statements across 15 entities in compliance with UK GAAP
Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements, tax regulations, and accounting standards
Assist in the preparation of tax returns and other regulatory filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Preparation of monthly journal entries and review
Support the Finance team with the monthly management accounts undertaking lease accounting, Bad Debt Provision and similar calculations
Production of monthly P&L and Balance Sheet for deadline submission to the Head Office finance department
Preparation of monthly cash flow statements
Ensuring key Balance Sheet accounts reconcile during the Month end process
Dealing with financial queries as and when raised from both within the UK and US
Liaise with both Internal and External Audit for mid year and year end group and statutory audits
Monitor and analyse financial data to identify areas for process improvement and enhance efficiency
Liaise with internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, and tax teams, to ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting
Actively seek to develop oneself and take responsibility for your own training and development

Requirements:

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with significant experience in statutory accounting and financial reporting
Thorough knowledge of UK GAAP or IFRS and experience in preparing statutory financial statements
Strong understanding of tax regulations and compliance requirements
Experience working with external auditors and managing the audit process
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial record keeping and reporting
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data
Good excel skills
Excellent communication skills

Nice to have:

Hard working and conscientious approach
Ability to build firm working relationships with staff and Management
Approachable and co-operative

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 27, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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