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Finance Analyst

Where

Warwick

Type

Contract

Salary

Annual

Job Role: Financial Analyst

Location: Warwick (Hybrid - 2 days per week on-site)

Contract Length: 6 months (potential to extend)

Day Rate: 400 per day inside IR35 via Umbrella

About the Role

This role supports the Fixed Asset and Investment Accounting team in clearing a backlog of Fixed Asset Commissioning (FACC) entries ahead of a new ERP system implementation. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, delivery teams, and commercial accountants to ensure accurate and timely asset commissioning and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure accurate recording of fixed assets through various processes, including commissioning, disposal, and amendments.
  • Support the monthly settlement process to guarantee correct investment records in SAP S/4 HANA.
  • Process adjustment journals for data cleansing related to fixed assets and associated projects.
  • Collaborate with the Fixed Asset Accountant to prepare balance sheet reconciliations, understanding variances between general ledger and sub-ledger.
  • Provide forecasts for depreciation and amortization of assets and projects.
  • Assist in monthly project reviews to ensure appropriate action on fixed asset adjustments.
  • Contribute to the implementation of a new Finance ERP system, ensuring effective controls and conducting tests.
  • Prepare comprehensive management reports with detailed analysis and insights on fixed asset and capital expenditure.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Experience in fixed asset or investment accounting
  • Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
  • Proficiency in Excel and ability to link files to SAP
  • Ability to work independently and manage high volumes of data
  • Proficiency in SAP S/4 HANA and Blackline is preferred, along with a solid understanding of governance and internal control frameworks.
  • Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or actively studying
  • Experience in the utilities sector or project-heavy environments
  • Familiarity with asset register processes and project accounting

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for future suitable opportunities.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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