Branch Accountant
Current Coordinate the preparation of accurate and up-to date financial and management accounting information to facilitate decision making, including capturing accurately all the primary data in both Sub-Ledgers and the General Ledger; Establish and maintain effective internal control systems and procedures; Coordinate the unit budget process and prepare special revisions; Design and implement effective systems of monitoring performance against budget; Assist budget holders with… Show more Coordinate the preparation of accurate and up-to date financial and management accounting information to facilitate decision making, including capturing accurately all the primary data in both Sub-Ledgers and the General Ledger; Establish and maintain effective internal control systems and procedures; Coordinate the unit budget process and prepare special revisions; Design and implement effective systems of monitoring performance against budget; Assist budget holders with preparation of business plans and capital investment appraisals; Ensure timely monthly reconciliation of budget adjustments to the agreed expenditure plan; Develop and monitor appropriate Key Financial Performance Indicators; Ensure that operational and capital expenditure are appropriate by reviewing and comparing costs with industry standards; Maintain an up- to-date assets register; Equip non-finance managers with appropriate knowledge for financial decision-making; Analyse and report significant budget variances and to identify, along with the Head Office Finance Leadership Team, possible remedial actions; Produce divisional and corporate forecasts for income and expenditure on monthly, quarterly and annual basis; Provide relevant and timely monthly statements, reports and reconciliations together with appropriate interpretation and advice for the Senior Management Team according to agreed timetables; Carry out effective treasury management and manage the Unit’s bank accounts; Maintain robust cash handling and banking procedures; Ensure that closing stocks in financial statements can be tied up to physical stocks and differences are investigated promptly and resolved; Ensure full integration of all ERP financial transactions; Show less