Financial Accountant – 9 Month FTC (with potential to go permanent)
London (Hybrid)
We are representing a leading and highly respected London-based membership body in their search for a qualified Financial Accountant to join their team on a 9-month fixed-term contract, with the strong possibility of a permanent opportunity.
This is an exciting and varied role for an immediately available finance professional, offering exposure to statutory accounting, investments, tax, audit, and strategic projects within a respected professional membership organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare accurate statutory accounts under FRS 102 and oversee group consolidations
Manage corporation tax and partial exemption VAT reporting, including liaison with HMRC and external stakeholders
Prepare reports and returns for the Charity Commission, Companies House, and government agencies
Lead on audit management (internal and external), ensuring findings are addressed effectively
Oversee month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, and journal postings
Deliver timely and insightful management reporting, KPIs, and performance metrics to support decision-making
Support investment reporting and strategy, ensuring compliance and effective monitoring
Implement strong financial controls and foster a culture of compliance, accountability, and resilience
Provide clear and accessible financial insight to non-finance stakeholders and mentor junior team members
Contribute to risk management, change management, and process improvement initiatives across the organisation
Ensure continuous improvement in financial processes, systems (ERP/fintech solutions), and reporting efficiency
Candidate Profile:
Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven experience of FRS 102 in both not-for-profit and commercial environments
Experience in group consolidation, VAT (partial exemption), corporation tax, and statutory reporting
Skilled in data analysis, financial modelling, trend evaluation, and performance measurement
Confident communicator, able to explain complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences
Advanced technical skills, including Excel, ERP systems, and financial reporting tools
Highly organised with strong planning skills – able to build, monitor, and deliver against detailed plans and timetables
Immediately available and able to commit to a hybrid role in London