Financial Accountant
Location: Central London (Hybrid – 2 days in the office)
Pay Rate: £30.22 per hour
Contract: Temporary (with the potential to become permanent)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Interviews to take place immediately with a view to an immediate start
This is an opportunity for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a highly respected professional membership body known for supporting its members and associates, and for championing high standards across its sector. The organisation plays a key role in shaping its profession and offers a collaborative, purpose-driven working environment where people take pride in the impact of their work.
Overview
This is a broad and hands-on Financial Accountant role, ideal for an experienced Financial Accountant who enjoys both technical accounting and working closely with stakeholders. You’ll take ownership of key areas such as financial reporting, VAT and tax compliance, and financial controls, while also playing a part in improving systems and processes.
You’ll be working as part of a supportive finance team, with responsibility for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data and providing insight to help inform decision-making.
Responsibilities
Preparing subsidiary financial statements and supporting the production of consolidated accounts
Ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and fully reconciled, including intercompany balances
Taking full ownership of quarterly VAT returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements and meeting all statutory deadlines
Acting as the main point of contact for external VAT and Corporation Tax advisors, supporting all related queries and submissions
Maintaining the fixed asset register and overseeing key balance sheet reconciliations
Monitoring debtor and creditor positions and proactively managing aged balances
Supporting the development and improvement of finance systems, including Dynamics 365 Business Central
Maintaining and strengthening financial controls, policies, and procedures
Overseeing cash flow, investments, and fund accounting activities
Leading on payroll accounting, including the accurate posting and reconciliation of salaries, pensions, and related liabilities
Ensuring pension contributions are correctly accounted for and aligned with payroll and finance records
Supporting and reviewing supplier payment runs and expense processes
Acting as a key point of contact for auditors, banks, and other external partners
Deputising for the Group Financial Reporting Manager when required
Team Management
Supporting and mentoring the Finance Administrator
Leading regular check-ins, performance reviews, and day-to-day guidance
Contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture
If you have the skills, experience, and qualifications required for this role and are available to start immediately, please submit your CV for immediate review. Interviews to take place immediately with a view to a start thereafter