We’re Hiring: Financial Accountant – Borehamwood (Hybrid) | Circa £55k, Bonus-10%
Our client is looking for a qualified Financial Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) to join their growing finance team in Borehamwood. This is a brilliant opportunity to take real ownership, drive improvements, and play a key role in a fast-moving business. Future growth will also be on offer within business.
Candidates must be on a maximum of 1 month’s notice (or sooner).
Key Responsibilities
* Lead month-end & year-end close, ensuring accurate journals (accruals, prepayments, fixed assets etc.)
* Prepare monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations
* Review expenses to ensure accurate accruals
* Track costs, analyse variances & assess product profitability
* Produce Management Accounts for designated entities
* Complete quarterly VAT returns (4 trading companies) & train a Financial Assistant
* File confirmation statements and oversee preparation
* Enhance financial systems, controls & processes
* Support external audits and respond to queries promptly
* Provide insights & recommendations to senior management
* Handle expense queries from internal and external stakeholders
* Run weekly payment batches
* Manage cashflow forecasting
What We’re Looking For
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
* Available within 1 month or less
* Strong technical accounting skills
* Analytical, detail-focused and proactive
* Confident communicator who enjoys improving processes