Financial Reporting Accountant Salary: to £55000 benefits Location: London Contract: Fixed-Term 6 months, Full-Time Working Pattern: Hybrid Key Responsibilities Prepare and produce group consolidation schedules and related disclosure notes for inclusion in annual financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP requirements Prepare and post all consolidation entries Assist in the preparation of group individual entity financial statements Liaise with and coordinate external auditors, providing requested information and resolving queries promptly Prepare technical accounting papers, including impairment reviews, going concern assessments, and other technical documentation as required Develop and maintain detailed balance sheet schedules, including consolidation schedules for business combinations, goodwill, retained earnings, and P13 adjustments Proactively follow up on outstanding queries and work with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of required information Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data through robust review and reconciliation processes Perform monthly balance sheet movement reviews Ensure financial statements are fully compliant with FRS 102 Support year-end planning, preparation of audit requests, and balance sheet reviews Assist with financial accounting and reporting for acquisition integrations, including fair value adjustments, goodwill calculations, and consolidation of acquired balances Drive continuous improvement initiatives and work with stakeholders to streamline and enhance financial reporting processes Requirements Proven experience in financial reporting within the Financial Services sector Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS reporting requirements Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team Strong problem-solving capability and ability to manage tight deadlines Experience working with multiple entities and multi-currency consolidations Experience with mergers and acquisitions accounting and integration is advantageous Qualifications Professional accounting qualification required (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) SPONSORSHIP WILL NOT BE PROVIDED