Job Description
Job Title: Financial Accountant
Ideal for an ACA Qualified Accountant looking for a first step into industry from an accountancy practise.
Location: Reading
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
About the Company
My client are a fast growing energy business with a reputation for innovation and excellence. Their growth has come from organic and acquisitions and now they are looking for a recently qualified ACA accountant to join the finance team.
The Role
This is a fantastic first step into industry for a practice-trained ACA seeking to apply their technical expertise in a dynamic, group reporting environment. You will gain exposure to consolidations, IFRS, and FRS 102, while supporting statutory reporting and key projects across the group.
Key Responsibilities:
* Preparation of statutory financial statements under IFRS and FRS 102
* Support with monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidation processes
* Assist with group reporting packs for senior stakeholders and external auditors
* Lead elements of the year-end close and external audit process
* Maintain and enhance internal controls and accounting policies
* Provide technical accounting guidance on new standards and business transactions
* Support ad hoc finance projects, process improvements, and system enhancements
About You:
* ACA qualified (first-time mover, ideally from Big 4 / Top 10 audit background)
* Strong technical accounting knowledge, with exposure to IFRS and/or FRS 102
* Experience in preparing or auditing consolidated accounts
* Confident working with external auditors and senior stakeholders
* High attention to detail, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
If you are a newly qualified ACA with strong technical accounting and are ready to make your first move into industry, we’d love to hear from you.