Job Description
Job Title: Financial Accountant – 6-Month ContractLocation: Slough, UK (Hybrid)Employment Type: Full-time, Temporary (6 months)
A leading international provider of enterprise software solutions for the travel industry is seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join its Finance team on a six-month temporary basis. This is a key role supporting the Group Financial Controller in the preparation, analysis, and presentation of financial data critical to the decision-making process at senior levels.
About the Role
This role is well-suited to an experienced accountant with a strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and hands-on experience using Xero accounting software. You will take ownership of one of the Group’s trading entities, ensuring accuracy in financial records and compliance with relevant standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes including journal entries, payroll, R&D accounting, and intercompany transactions.
* Take full ownership of revenue recognition for one of the trading entities, ensuring correct application of accounting standards from order through to invoicing.
* Perform reconciliations of financial statement line items and provide detailed variance analysis to budget.
* Maintain accurate accounting records for P&L and balance sheet activities.
* Oversee and update the Group’s financial model with historical and forecast data.
* Assist with Group payroll forecasting and cash flow management.
* Manage financial operations for the Australian legal entity.
* Support statutory reporting, tax filings, audit preparation, and compliance with accounting standards.
* Contribute to group-level reports and provide support for annual budget preparation.
Preferred Areas for Development
* Statutory accounts preparation for UK entities
* Presentation of P&L and variance analysis in management review meetings
* Client profitability and performance analysis
* Wider involvement in Group consolidation and reporting
Essential Skills and Experience
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
* Minimum of 2 years in a similar financial accounting role
* Proven experience with revenue recognition and its application in complex business models
* Strong proficiency in Xero accounting software
* Excellent Microsoft Excel skills (advanced level)
* Analytical and detail-focused approach with strong commercial awareness
* Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines
* High standard of written and verbal communication
* Proven track record of handling confidential information with discretion
Desirable Experience
* Experience in the technology or software sector
* Degree-level education
* Familiarity with Power BI or similar reporting tools
Additional Information
* This position is based in Slough, UK. During probation, you will be required to work from the office full-time. A hybrid model (3 days in-office, 2 remote) is available thereafter.
* Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and able to commute to the Slough office regularly.