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Cumming Group is an international project and cost management consultancy delivering innovative solutions in construction, real estate, and infrastructure. With a commitment to collaboration, transparency, and performance excellence, we support some of the world's most respected clients across diverse range of sectors. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Control Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L and balance sheet. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances. Support month-end and year-end close processes. Ensure financial records are accurate and maintained in line with accounting standards. Revenue, Costs & General Accounting Support revenue and cost recognition processes. Post and review journals, including accruals and prepayments. Maintain fixed asset registers and support depreciation calculations. Assist with expense reviews and cost control processes. European & Group Responsibilities Support accounting activities across multiple European entities. Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations. Work with the wider finance team to meet group reporting deadlines. Support multi-currency accounting and reporting. Compliance & Tax Assist with VAT return preparation and submissions. Support compliance with local statutory and regulatory requirements. Assist with audit processes, including preparing supporting documentation. Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies. Cash & Working Capital Support cash allocation and bank reconciliations. Assist with basic cash flow reporting. Monitor working capital items such as receivables and payables. Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and controls. Support system improvements and automation initiatives. Maintain accurate and organised financial records. Knowledge & Skills Required: Organised and able to manage multiple tasks. Strong communication skills. Proactive and willing to learn. Team-oriented with a collaborative approach. Preferred Education and Experience: Qualified or part-qualified accountant (AAT / ACCA / CIMA / ACA). Experience in a finance or accounting role. Good understanding of core accounting principles. Strong Excel skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Experience in a multi-entity or European environment. Exposure to professional services, infrastructure, or real estate sectors. Familiarity with accounting systems or ERP platforms. Basic knowledge of VAT. Cumming Group is committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, "race" (includes nationality, national / ethnic origin, colour), marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, gender assignment, religion and belief. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly, and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.
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