Financial Accountant – Real Estate
Peterborough – Hybrid (3 days in office)
£55,000 – £60,000 + Bonus + Private Healthcare
We Do Group are delighted to be supporting a national real estate and professional services firm with the recruitment of a Financial Accountant. You’ll play a key role in preparing statutory accounts, leading audit coordination, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and wider financial controls.
This is a great opportunity for someone newly qualified (ACA / ACCA) or with a strong audit background who wants to move into a dynamic in-house finance team.
WISH LIST
* Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA)
* Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and UK GAAP
* Experience preparing statutory accounts and liaising with auditors
* Understanding of VAT and corporation tax
* Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
THE ROLE
Statutory Accounting & Audit:
* Prepare consolidated statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP and FRS 102
* Act as the primary contact for external auditors and lead on audit preparation
* Maintain audit schedules and ensure accurate, on-time year-end delivery
* Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure data integrity
Forecasting, Reporting & Controls:
* Support FP&A with month-end accounts, budgeting and variance analysis
* Assist with cashflow forecasting, VAT reconciliations, and reporting
* Help refine financial controls and implement process improvements
* Liaise with tax and accounting advisors on compliance and statutory filings
Process & Systems Support:
* Support the quarterly WIP valuation process and ongoing system development
* Assist with company secretarial duties and compliance-related tasks
YOUR PROFILE
* ACA / ACCA qualified
* Confident preparing statutory accounts and handling audits
* Knowledge of FRS 102, VAT, and UK corporate tax
* Strong Excel and financial systems skills
* Organised, proactive, and team-oriented
SALARY & BENEFITS
* £55,000 – £60,000
* Annual bonus
* Private healthcare
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Pension
* Hybrid working (3 days in office)
* Enhanced pension + life assurance