Job Description
Senior Financial Accountant - Publishing
Leading Publishing House are looking for a qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA Financial Accountant with 2 years PQE to own the financial accounting areas and ensure balance sheet integrity, tax compliance and accounting accuracy.
Key responsibilities:
* Lead inventory and stock accounting including reconciliations and provisions
* Support group reporting, FPM reconciliations and hard-close processes
* Prepare UK and overseas tax analysis and returns including CT, VAT and withholding taxes
* Prepare statutory accounts, audit packs and year-end accounting schedules
* Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and complex journals
* Lead VAT/GST preparation and review process
* Prepare and review payroll journals and overseas tax filings
* Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching and support to junior finance team members
* Own technical accounting judgements and supporting documentation
* Contribute to internal controls development and periodic reviews
* Identify efficiency opportunities across month-end, reporting and reconciliation processes
* Develop and maintain finance SOPs and control documentation
* Draft accounting papers or memos to document positions taken
* Lead or contribute to finance projects such as system upgrades, automation initiatives or policy changes
* Support finance leadership with one-off analysis, modelling or insight to inform business decisions.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Chartered accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with at least 2+ years PQE
* Strong technical accounting and tax knowledge
* Experience in publishing, media or inventory-heavy environments is desirable
* Ability to manage complexity, audits and senior stakeholder queries
Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.