KERING - Assistant Accountant, Haywards Heath

Your opportunity 

You will work collaboratively within the Finance Shared Services department in order to support on the preparation of the month end reporting, compliance activities and daily UK finance operations.

How you will contribute 

• Support the Financial Controller in the preparation of month end reporting, including posting month end journals, preparing prepayments and asset accounting
• Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations
• Reviewing Intercompany postings
• Support in VAT return preparation and other Fiscal submission
• Business expense processing (CONCUR expenses)
• Assisting in maintaining capital allowances ledger
• Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts
• Responding and supporting with queries raised by stores or operational teams
• National statistics reporting
• Responding to internal and external audit queries
• Other Ad hoc reporting

 Who you are

• Minimum part AAT qualified or ACCA/CIMA/ACA part qualified
• Retail industry experience beneficial
• Previous experience in an Accounting /Accounts Payable background
• Good Excel skills, exposure to SAP / CONCUR.
• Exposure to VAT accounting would be preferable although not essential.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy, clear and concise communication
• Ability to keep the team informed of progress whilst working independently.
• Confidence in asking questions, confirming understanding of processes and problem solving.
• Good grasp of accounting/tax concepts and their application or willingness to learn quickly.
• Taking responsibility for completion of work allocated
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple deadlines.
• Pro-active in suggesting process improvements.
• Flexible approach to working in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.

Why work with us

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background