Job Posting End Date: August 06
Who are we?
We’re a specialist employee benefits provider, striving to create healthy, happy workplaces. As part of the international Unum Group, we’re on a collective mission to help the working world thrive.
The role
What will you be doing?
Senior Financial Accountant
Hybrid - Dorking 3 days a week (Flex to use London office one day per week)
We are looking for a Senior Financial Accountant to join our growing Finance team. This is a hands-on accounting role with a focus on managing the period-end close process, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data and supporting senior stakeholders with high-quality financial insight.
You will work closely with colleagues across Finance and the wider business to consolidate and interpret financial information, you will also play a key role in supporting and coaching part-qualified team members.
What will you bring?
Key Responsibilities:
* Leading and coordinating the monthly and quarterly close processes across multiple accounting bases.
* Preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
* Consolidating financial data and preparing clear, concise summaries for senior management.
* Supporting the delivery of audit requirements and maintaining robust financial controls.
* Coaching and mentoring junior team members to build capability and ensure high standards.
* Identifying opportunities to streamline and improve accounting processes.
About you:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT or equivalent) withseveral years post-qualification experience.
* Strong technical accounting skills and a solid understanding of period-end processes.
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
* Confident communicator, able to present complex financial information clearly to senior stakeholders.
* Collaborative team player
* Experience in financial services is beneficial butnot essential
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Why join us?
At Unum, we’ve created a workplace where people feel supported to progress and grow, and can see their ambitions coming to life.
We’ve built a supportive, inclusive environment where you can be yourself, whilst also being part of a growing organisation. From charity and volunteer opportunities to career growth, your possibilities are endless.
If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to careers@unum.co.uk.
Company:
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