An established financial services business is seeking a Financial Accountant to join its finance team, with a strong focus on financial control, governance, and statutory reporting. This role will suit a qualified accountant who enjoys improving processes, strengthening controls, and working closely with both auditors and senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
* Review and strengthen balance sheet reconciliations, improving financial controls and identifying risks or anomalies.
* Support the preparation and delivery of statutory accounts, including audit coordination and supporting documentation.
* Implement and maintain clear financial governance processes, including approvals, reviews, and bank account controls.
* Work closely with finance and wider business teams to review existing processes and recommend practical improvements.
Requirements:
* Qualified accountant with 2 years' PQE (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Proven experience preparing statutory accounts and supporting external audits.
* Strong background in financial control, reconciliations, and balance sheet oversight.
* Confident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
This role would be particularly well suited to a qualified accountant with around 2 years' post-qualification experience, ideally gained within a financial services environment such as banking or lending.
For more information, contact Matthew Fleming