Cost/Technical Accountant
JOB_53243504697308Job type
PermanentLocation
ReadingWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Part Qualified AccountantIndustry
Technology & Internet ServicesPay
50000Closing date
31 Jul 2025
Technical Accountant/Cost Accountant- £50.000.
Job Title: Financial Accountant – Cost, Tax & Treasury
Location: Reading (Hybrid)
Salary: £50,000
Contract Type: 18 Month FTC
Location: Reading (Hybrid)
Salary: £50,000
Contract Type: 18 Month FTC
We are looking for a talented Financial Accountant to join our client's Finance Operations team in Reading. This is a key role responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting across cost accounting, tax, and treasury, while supporting continuous improvement and strategic projects.
The Role: As a Financial Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity of our financial data, particularly around network-related costs and tax compliance. You’ll work closely with Commercial Finance, Business Partners, and other key stakeholders to ensure robust controls, accurate reporting, and efficient processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Cost Accounting:
- Lead the recognition and reporting of network-related costs and G&A expenses under IFRS.
- Ensure purchase orders are correctly structured for accurate reporting.
- Communicate financial results to stakeholders during month-end close.
- Balance Sheet Management:
- Prepare and reconcile balance sheets for cost accruals, prepayments, and other relevant accounts.
- Provide detailed analysis of key balances and variances.
- Maintain compliance with the Finance Control Framework.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Collaborate with the Financial Operations Manager and Commercial Finance to identify and implement process improvements.
- Project Support:
- Contribute to projects involving technical accounting changes, audit compliance, and financial disclosures.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a general accounting environment with strong exposure to monthly financial reporting.
- Background in cost accounting, tax (VAT, CIS, etc.), and treasury functions.
- Solid understanding of IFRS and core financial systems.
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- Adaptable and proactive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE) candidates welcome.
Cost/Technical AccountantJOB_532435046973082025-06-132025-07-31
Talk to Declan Smyth, the specialist consultant managing this position
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