Are you a qualified, practice trained individual looking to step into a commercially focused Financial Accountant role within a well-established organisation?I''m partnered with one of Birmingham''s leading employers to add a newly created Financial Accountant into the team to support the businesses ambitious growth plans. You''ll partner with the operational team to solve issues and genuinely contribute to the success of the business - not just report on the numbers.You''ll take real ownership of core accounting activities from day one, alongside the support and mentorship of a high calibre Financial Accounting Manager. What You''ll Do Lead key month-end and year-end close activities, including journal preparation, account reconciliations and variance analysisTake ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accounts are fully substantiated and risks identified earlyManage intercompany reconciliations and group reporting submissionsSupport the preparation of statutory financial statements, including liaison with external auditorsWork collaboratively with operational teams, translating financial knowledge into insight that supports decision-makingIdentify and drive process improvements, including automation opportunities, within the finance functionSupport budgeting and forecasting cycles as required What We''re Looking For Fully ACA qualified with some post-qualified experience, ideally looking to make your first or second move into industryStrong technical accountin