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Financial Reporting Accountant | Leicestershire | Up to £60,000
Are you ready to take ownership of a high-impact finance role in a fast-paced, commercial environment? A respected UK-based organisation is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to lead lease accounting activities and support senior finance stakeholders across the business.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant with a keen eye for detail, a commercial mindset, and hands-on experience with IFRS16.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage accounting for a large and varied property lease portfolio (1,000+ sites).
* Oversee IFRS16 lease reporting and compliance, including renewals, commitments, and provisions.
* Produce accurate monthly forecasts and reporting in partnership with property and estates teams.
* Maintain the lease accounting system, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and supplier oversight.
* Prepare Board-level reporting and respond to IFRS16-related queries from key stakeholders.
* Support wider Group Finance efforts with half-year and year-end close processes.
* Drive process optimisation across reporting and planning systems.
* Lead and develop one direct report, fostering growth and best practice.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Qualifications: ACCA or ACA qualified (or equivalent).
* Expertise: Solid background in IFRS16 lease accounting and financial reporting.
* Skills: Advanced Excel and system confidence (e.g. accounting or reporting tools).
* Mindset: Analytical, highly organised, and solution-focused.
* Leadership: Experience mentoring or managing junior team members.
* Commercial Acumen: Able to work across business functions and deliver insight-driven recommendations.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary + bonus + benefits
* Hybrid working environment
* High visibility role with exposure to senior stakeholders
* Dynamic team and opportunity to drive meaningful change
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance and Accounting/Auditing
* Industries
Retail
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