Job Description
About the Company
We are a well-established, forward-thinking business operating at scale across multiple regions. As part of our continued growth, we're looking for a newly qualified accountant to join our Group Finance team in a broad and hands-onFinancial Accountant role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone making their first move from audit or accounting practice into a commercial environment where you’ll be given real responsibility from day one.
The Role
This is a varied and progressive position that will give you exposure to both financial reporting and the wider workings of a large, complex business. You'll play a key part in preparing consolidated accounts, supporting the year-end audit, and improving financial processes, while gaining visibility across group functions including tax, FP&A, and commercial finance.
It’s a great entry point into industry for someone who wants to build a career in a collaborative and high-performing finance team.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-end group financial statements
* Own and maintain key balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance
* Support the external audit process, including preparation of audit files and liaison with auditors
* Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and IFRS standards
* Assist in the preparation of board reports, investor updates, and other external reporting
* Contribute to finance improvement initiatives, including process automation and systems upgrades
* Work with internal teams (tax, commercial, treasury, etc.) to support wider finance activities
* Involvement in ad hoc projects, including sustainability (ESG) reporting, systems implementations, and acquisitions
Person Specification
* Recently qualified ACA (or equivalent) from a reputable practice firm
* Strong technical grounding in IFRS and UK GAAP
* Experience preparing or auditing consolidated accounts
* Highly numerate, with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
* Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders
* Enthusiastic, adaptable, and keen to learn how finance supports the wider business
* Strong Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or similar)
What We Offer
* £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
* Clear progression opportunities across finance (e.g. FP&A, commercial finance, or finance business partnering)
* Exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Competitive salary, annual bonus scheme, and comprehensive benefits package
* Ongoing learning and development support, including CPD
* A positive, inclusive culture with a focus on collaboration and career growth