12-Month Contract Accountant – US GAAP / IFRS, City

Accountancy Action; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company based in Greater London is seeking an Accountant for a 12 month contract. The role involves supporting the month-end close process, preparing journals, performing reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with SOX controls. Ideal candidates will be part qualified ACCA with US GAAP knowledge and strong communication skills. This position is set to start in early January 2026 with a daily rate of up to £250.

Qualifications

• Must be part qualified ACCA with knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS.
• Experience working with listed companies is ideal but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the general ledger month-end close process of US GAAP books.
• Produce monthly month-end journals.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with intercompany recharges.
• Perform accruals and prepayments.
• Maintain fixed asset register.
• Conduct weekly bank reconciliations.
• Ensure SOX control procedures are followed.
• Assist with audit requests and statutory filings.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Multi-currency experience

Education

Part qualified ACCA

Job description

A leading financial services company based in Greater London is seeking an Accountant for a 12 month contract. The role involves supporting the month-end close process, preparing journals, performing reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with SOX controls. Ideal candidates will be part qualified ACCA with US GAAP knowledge and strong communication skills. This position is set to start in early January 2026 with a daily rate of up to £250.