Financial Accountant
Location: Bideford (Hybrid)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours)
At Travel Chapter, we’re continuing to strengthen our finance function as we grow. We’re looking for a Financial Accountant to join our Technical Accounting team, playing a key role in ensuring our financial reporting is accurate, compliant and insightful.
What you’ll be doing
* Supporting the preparation of consolidated monthly management accounts for the Group
* Owning balance sheet reconciliations, journal postings and general ledger accuracy
* Leading on IFRS-related accounting, including lease accounting and ongoing monthly adjustments
* Investigating variances and discrepancies, ensuring these are understood and resolved
* Contributing to a structured and time-sensitive month-end process, including oversight of newly integrated areas of the business
* Supporting statutory reporting, including preparation of statutory accounts and audit deliverables
* Acting as a key contact for external auditors and advisors during audit periods
* Reviewing finance processes and outputs, providing guidance and support to junior team members
* Partnering with teams across the business, particularly in areas such as vehicle leasing, to ensure accurate financial information
* Supporting payment runs and financial controls to ensure compliance and accuracy
* Maintaining statutory records and ensuring regulatory requirements are met
* Identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls and reporting
What we’re looking for
* Experience working within a busy finance or accounts environment
* Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and lease accounting
* Experience preparing or supporting monthly management accounts
* Confident working with balance sheets, reconciliations and journals
* Ideally qualified (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent), although this isn’t essential
* Experience gained across both practice and industry would be beneficial
* Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (Access is a bonus)
* A proactive, analytical approach with strong attention to detail
* The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Strong communication skills and a collaborative, business-partnering mindset
Working with us
You’ll be based in our Bideford office, working on a hybrid basis with around two days per week in the office. We offer flexibility in how hours are worked, including the option to work across four days.
You’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative finance team, where you’ll have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise while contributing to meaningful, business-critical work.
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