Contract financial accountant

JOB DESCRIPTION Role Profile: Contract Financial Accountant Reporting to: Group Finance Manager Location: Windsor The Group operates 132 services including care homes, schools and community services across the United Kingdom. The business specialises in caring for children and adults with a range of disabilities including learning and behavioural difficulties, autism, and mental health issues. We care for some of the most vulnerable people in the UK and we provide them with the best opportunities to live a fulfilling life. At Salutem, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a healthy, active and fulfilling life, regardless of his or her background or disability. The aim of our homes is to provide a safe and stimulating environment for adults and young people. Job Scope: The assigned role entails assisting in the financial reporting process within the department. With the aim of achieving real-time accuracy and efficiency, the incumbent will collaborate closely with the Group Finance Manager in updating and executing robust balance sheet processes. The primary objective is to rectify historical discrepancies, liaise with auditors to supply the requested information, and ensure timely submission of finalised year-end accounts by the 31st August. This role demands a dynamic individual with sharp problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex financial landscapes effectively. Job Responsibilities: v Compile comprehensive audit schedules for statutory accounts by gathering financial data and collaborating with relevant departments, ensuring strict compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies. v Review, analyze, and address auditor queries promptly, maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to deadlines for timely submission. v Perform reconciliation tasks involving large volumes of data, including complex accounts such as finance leases and impairment tests. v Preparing and posting correcting journals for multiple companies. v Working with colleagues across the business to investigate and resolve queries. v Preparing ad-hoc analysis and contributing to special projects v Partnering with colleagues at all levels and taking an active role to effectively communicate status and improve the standard of reporting. Requirements: v Qualified accountant, or close to completing ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent v Experience with external audit procedures. v Proficient in reconciliation tasks with complex accounts. v Strong communication skills, capable of effectively liaising with auditors and internal stakeholders. v Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills. v Ability to work independently and meet deadlines efficiently. v Excellent Excel and general IT skills v Experience of Sage 200 is desirable but not essential. v Ability to work in the UK and to receive a clear DBS check. This job description should not be seen as all encompassing, and the post holder will be expected to undertake any other responsibilities appropriate to the post as identified by the company. This job description will be reviewed annually and may be amended in consultation with the post holder to incorporate changing trends. Each member of staff has a responsibility to ensure that they undertake Continuous Self Development. Salutem, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a healthy, active and fulfilling life, regardless of their background or disability. The aim of our services is to provide a safe and stimulating environment for adults and young people. Our Core Values We are Supportive by promoting opportunities for everyone so they can reach their full potential We are very Ambitious to provide the best possible outcomes for the people who use our services We are Loyal because we put the people that we support and our staff at the centre of everything we do and we deliver on our promises. We also are committed to ensuring that our services are meeting the needs of all stakeholders We are Unique because we are ambitious and innovative about the diversity of the services that we provide without compromising quality We are Transparent by being open, honest and fostering a culture of mutual respect. We promote a culture where we learn by our experiences and we are committed to doing things better and setting the highest standards in what we do We are Engaging because we work in partnership with the people that we support, our staff and all our stakeholders We encourage everyone to experience a Meaningful life by being aspirational and by offering opportunities