Accountant

at  DMG Events

ABOUT US

dmg events is an international exhibitions and publishing company. We attract more than 425,000 visitors to our global portfolio of 80 exhibitions each year. Through our global events, our aim is simple. We want to accelerate business through face-to-face events, which is why we work so hard to bring people together, creating opportunities for them to network, learn and do business. dmg events is part of the Daily Mail Group Trust (DMGT). DMGT Manages a diverse, multinational portfolio of companies with total revenues of £2bn, that provide businesses and consumers with compelling information, analysis, insight, events, news, and entertainment.
Job Purpose: To be part of the team responsible for maintaining an efficient and accurate accounting function. Work closely with Finance Reporting Manager giving support with all accounting tasks. Update overhead analysis with the latest actual and perform quarterly forecasts and manage the budget process.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Calculating Accruals, Prepayments, and provisions
• Prepare reconciliations of Balance sheet accounts with analysis of all material balances
• Reconcile Intercompany accounts and Liaise with the counterparty.
• Assist Finance Reporting Manager with Adhoc reporting requirements.
• Support in Half Year & Year End Reporting
• Prepare cash flow and bank reconciliations.
• Manage Direct/Indirect Overheads & Produce quarterly overhead forecasts and manage the budget process.
• Work Closely with Senior accountant and Senior Finance Manager giving support with all accounting tasks
• Banking relations - keep KYC and SEQ documentation updated and provide additional info on banking transactions where needed

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Recognized accounting qualification.
• Minimum Experience: 3 years in accounts
• Demonstrates a passion for the role and for the company and is resilient whilst working under pressure.
• Copes well whilst working to tight deadlines.
• Flexible and committed to the needs of the business.
• A keen eye for detail and self-starter attitude.
• Communication - Fluent in the English language both verbally and written
• Communicates effectively with other parties who will have varying levels of financial knowledge.
• Maintains confidentiality, when necessary, influences others who have different interests and objectives Completes work on time, and achieves results