Job Description
Financial Accountant\n Salary: £60,000 - £70,000\n Location: Northamptonshire\n\nMorgan McKinley are proud to be working with a fast-paced, growing business based in Northamptonshire. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a qualified accountant who thrives in a dynamic environment and is looking to take ownership of key financial processes including acquisition accounting, statutory reporting, and contract management.\n\nOverview\n\nThe Financial Accountant will play a pivotal role in the finance team, supporting both group-level reporting and business integration activities. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality financial outputs and supporting continuous improvement across finance operations.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nFinancial Control:\n\nAssist with the group audit process and statutory reporting\n\nPrepare consolidation entries for both management and statutory accounts\n\nReview and reconcile balance sheet accounts across group entities\n\nManage all VAT returns and ensure compliance with FCA submissions\n\nSupport external tax advisors and manage internal tax compliance\n\nCollaborate with the management accounts team to enhance reporting and analysis\n\nProvide meaningful financial analysis at practice/unit level\n\nOversee contract management and perform annual reconciliations\n\nContribute to process improvements across the wider finance team\n\nIdeal Candidate Profile\n\nFully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA)\n\nStrong technical knowledge with experience in statutory accounts and consolidations\n\nProven experience in either practice or industry\n\nStrong communication skills with the ability to work across departments\n\nAdvanced Excel skills\n\nComfortable presenting financial decisions and analysis to a range of stakeholders