Financial Accountant
Location: Slough (Hybrid) X2 days in Office
Department: Reporting Finance Team
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000
I'm currently partnering with a high growth global organisation with a revenue circa £4.5 Billion on the recruitment of a Financial Accountant to join their finance function. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring adherence to accounting standards, and supporting financial planning and decision-making processes.
The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial reporting and a solid understanding of the Financial Services (FS) sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with the ambition to grow into a senior position within the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
- Reconcile bank statements and ensure accurate general ledger entries.
- Maintain and oversee the company’s financial records, including accounts payable and receivable.
- Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Assist in budget preparation, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with external auditors during audits and provide necessary documentation.
- Assist with tax filings, statutory reporting, and financial risk management.
- Support internal teams with financial insights and reports as needed.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA).
- 3-5+ years of experience in reporting, preferably within the Financial Services sector.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations.
- Lease accounting experience and IFRS 16 knowledge
- Financial instruments accounting, IFRS 9 and IFRS 7
- Financial statement preparation and management of external audit
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
If you are a driven Financial Accountant and looking for a new role, I would love to hear from you. Apply with an updated CV.