Accountant

Pertemps Network Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A development organisation is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join their finance team in London on a one-year fixed-term contract. This full-time role offers a salary of £45-50k plus a 20% bonus. The Accountant will support financial operations, prepare financial statements, and manage accounts payable and receivable. Candidates must be qualified accountants with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel.

Benefits

Valuable experience in a global finance environment

20% bonus and benefits package

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and familiarity with financial reporting standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Assist with management reporting and budgeting/forecasting process.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations to ensure financial data integrity.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Excel

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Accountant (Fixed-Term, 1 Year). Location: London - Hybrid (2 days in office). Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed Term (12 months). Salary: £45-50k + 20% Bonus.

Our client are a development organisation committed to delivering change on climate, nature and sustainability. They are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Accountant to join our London-based finance team on a one-year fixed term contract. Reporting to the Global Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation\'s financial operations and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Assist with management reporting and the budgeting/forecasting process.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Contribute to the preparation of audit materials and liaise with external auditors as required.
• Provide financial analysis to support decision-making across the organisation.

Skills and Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and familiarity with financial reporting standards.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial systems.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines effectively.
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a global finance environment.
• £45k-£50k salary, + 20% bonus and benefits package.