About Company
Career.zycto is rapidly redefining excellence in professional services, empowering businesses and individuals alike to reach their full potential. As a thriving firm headquartered in London, we pride ourselves on a culture of integrity, innovation, and unwavering client commitment. For a meticulous Finance Officer, Career.zycto offers a dynamic environment where your expertise in budgeting and reconciliation will directly contribute to our strategic growth and operational efficiency. Join us and shape the financial backbone of a forward-thinking organisation.
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Job Description
Career.zycto is seeking a diligent, detail-oriented, and proactive Finance Officer with a specialised focus on Budgeting and Accounts Reconciliation to join our vibrant team in the heart of London. This pivotal role is essential for maintaining the financial health and integrity of our organisation, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance across all financial operations. You will be instrumental in the preparation, analysis, and oversight of our annual budgets, playing a critical part in financial planning and strategic resource allocation. Your work will directly impact our ability to achieve operational excellence and sustainable growth.
The successful candidate will be responsible for comprehensive accounts reconciliation across various ledgers and bank accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies with precision and efficiency. Your expertise will provide robust support for strategic decision-making, ensuring that our financial records accurately reflect our operational performance and future aspirations. This role demands a keen eye for detail, a strong analytical mindset, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely to diverse stakeholders, from senior management to departmental heads.
Working closely with our finance leadership and various departmental heads, you will contribute significantly to month-end and year-end close processes, preparing timely and accurate financial reports. This involves managing general ledger accounts, processing invoices, handling employee expenses, and ensuring all financial transactions adhere to internal policies, industry best practices, and external regulatory requirements. Your proactive approach to identifying areas for improvement in financial systems and processes will be highly valued, as will your commitment to maintaining the highest standards in financial governance and internal controls.
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We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment, capable of managing multiple priorities effectively while upholding the highest standards of financial accuracy and integrity. If you are a dedicated finance professional eager to apply your skills in a dynamic, growing professional services firm, Career.zycto offers an exceptional opportunity to advance your career and make a tangible, measurable impact on our success. We are committed to continuous learning and provide a supportive environment for professional development, encouraging our team members to excel and grow with us. Join Career.zycto and become a cornerstone of our financial excellence, contributing to a company that values meticulous financial stewardship and strategic insight.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and monitor annual operational budgets and forecasts in collaboration with departmental heads.
- Conduct regular and in-depth variance analysis between actual and budgeted figures, providing insightful explanations and recommendations for corrective actions.
- Perform comprehensive and timely reconciliation of all general ledger accounts, bank accounts, intercompany transactions, and key balance sheet items.
- Investigate and resolve all financial discrepancies, ensuring financial data integrity and accuracy across all platforms.
- Assist in the preparation and finalisation of month-end and year-end financial closing procedures, adhering to strict deadlines.
- Generate accurate and timely financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow forecasts, for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure strict compliance with all relevant financial regulations, company policies, and accounting standards (e.g., FRS 102).
- Process invoices, expense claims, and payments, ensuring proper authorisation, coding, and adherence to company policies.
- Support external audits by providing necessary documentation, explanations, and analysis to auditors.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Required Skills
- Proven experience (minimum 3 years) as a Finance Officer or in a similar role with a strong emphasis on budgeting and accounts reconciliation.
- Proficiency in accounting software packages (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, SAP, Sage) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling).
- Solid understanding of core accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, capable of articulating complex financial data clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, meet tight deadlines, and work efficiently under pressure.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Part-qualified or fully qualified AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.
- Experience with financial planning and analysis (FP&A) tools or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- In-depth knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) reporting standards.
- Prior experience working in a professional services or recruitment environment.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary package and performance-based annual bonuses.
- Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with service.
- Comprehensive private medical insurance.
- Company pension scheme with attractive employer contributions.
- Extensive opportunities for professional development, training, and continuous learning.
- Modern, dynamic, and collaborative office environment in a prime London location.
- Employee assistance program and a variety of well-being initiatives.
- Regular social events, team-building activities, and company celebrations.
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click on the application link below. We look forward to reviewing your application.
