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HomeCurrent opportunitiesFINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT LOCATION: Cambridge   COUNTRY: UK   JOB REFERENCE: CEL/FIN/36/2022

Cosworth is a global technology business that delivers high performance engine,  electronics, and battery solutions for customers in the automotive and motorsport sectors.

Our motorsport heritage gives us a passion for innovation, performance, and reliability. We are constantly seeking innovative ways to drive higher performances, while striving to deliver the reliability that customers expect.

We are looking for a forward thinking Financial Accountant, able to work in a fast paced environment and work with business stakeholders to bring about positive change. You will be responsible for preparing and analysing key financial information to assist in management decisions as well as ensure the business remains compliant.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Deliver monthly financial reporting (flash result due on working day three) ensuring accounting standards are applied to relevant transactions.
  • Manage accruals & prepayments, checking that postings are accurate.
  • Complete balance sheet reconciliations and ensure that clearing accounts have been reconciled.
  • Process intercompany transactions and complete reconciliations.
  • Support the FC and PE finance team with completion of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts within the set deadlines.
  • Prepare stock reports and co-ordinate with the supply chain team on accuracy, timing and reporting of stock including periodic stock provisioning.
  • Maintain an up to date fixed assets register and process capital acquisitions.
  • Support the product costing process, resolving any issues on BOM’s, routings and valuations.
  • Cover for the Purchase / Sales ledger function, and assist with adhoc queries where required.
  • Maintain internal policies and controls and contribute towards the revision and/or development of internal controls.
  • Lead the external audit activities and deliverables process for the Division, including preparation of statutory accounts and tax pack.
  • Support the Electronics FC with data to produce weekly cash flow.
  • Work with the Head of Tax to deliver timely and accurate R&D tax credits information as well as other information required for tax computations.
  • Support the wider Finance team and other departments in adhoc tasks and projects.
  • Statutory reporting (Office for National Statistics).
  • Prepare project forecasts and record costs necessary for Grant claims and internal reporting, working with the Project Manager to ensure accuracy.

This job description is not exhaustive. From time to time you may be required to perform other duties and responsibilities which are not included in the above description; but are within your capabilities and where necessary, training will be provided.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES:

Essential:

  • Studying towards a professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA)
  • Flexible approach managing work within specific deadlines
  • Ability to analyse variances and report on them
  • Advanced MS Office skills including Excel
  • Self-starter, with a proactive approach
  • Strong communicator
  • Attention to detail
  • Team Player

Desirable

  • Experience of using SAP
  • Experience of project reporting
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Knowledge of IFRS

BENEFITS:

As well as the opportunity to become part of the Cosworth family that will support you in developing your career, we offer a generous benefits package.

  • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
  • Workplace pension, matched up to 6%
  • Free onsite parking
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Income Protection
  • Life Assurance
  • Family Friendly Policies
  • Flexible Working Options (Dependent on position)
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