Financial Reporting Executive

CROWE; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CROWE, a leading audit and consulting firm, seeks an Executive for its Financial Reporting team. The role involves preparing statutory accounts and financial reports for a diverse portfolio of clients. Ideal candidates will have an accountancy qualification and experience with relevant standards, contributing to high-quality service delivery in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Flexible benefits

Career development support

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing full sets of statutory accounts.
• Familiarity with IFRS, UK GAAP, Charity SORP, FRS 102.
• Audit experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of statutory accounts and financial reports.
• Supporting the Audit team with client queries.
• Liaising with departments to meet client requirements.

Skills

Preparation of statutory accounts

Understanding regulatory requirements

Strong relationship-building skills

Communication skills

Education

Accountancy qualification (ACA or ACCA preferred)

Tools

CaseWare

Job description

About Crowe

Crowe is a leading national audit, tax, advisory, and consulting firm with global reach and local expertise. We are an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks worldwide, with access to over 40,000 people across 140+ countries and more than 800 offices globally.

Our vision is to be recognized as essential to our clients' future success by helping them answer tomorrow’s questions and make smart decisions that deliver lasting value through high-quality services in audit, tax, advisory, and consulting.

Crowe offers a workplace where talented individuals can realize their potential, succeed, and enjoy making a positive impact on clients, communities, and colleagues.

We are committed to creating an inclusive community where everyone, regardless of gender, identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity, education, or background, can flourish and reach their full potential.

We seek a professional and driven candidate to join as an Executive in our new Financial Reporting team, which aims to elevate our accounting and reporting services for audit clients to the next level. This role offers a unique opportunity to add immediate value and make a positive difference.

The primary responsibility of this role will be to take full ownership of providing a best-in-class accounts preparation & financial reporting service for a diverse portfolio of clients, including multinational groups, PLCs, listed companies, owner-managed businesses, charities, large academies, and schools.

As a key member of one of the largest Audit teams in the Thames Valley region, your responsibilities will include:

1. Preparation of statutory accounts, financial reports, consolidations, and disclosures under various standards (IFRS, UK GAAP, Charities SORP, FRS 102, etc.).
2. Supporting the Audit team with client queries regarding accounts.
3. Assisting in the finalization of statutory financial statements as part of the audit process.
4. Liaising with departments to meet client requirements and deliver high-quality service.
5. Acting as a key contact to identify client-specific judgment areas, provisions, and risks.
6. Understanding regulatory requirements and maintaining CPD on relevant standards updates.
7. Providing general and ad-hoc support to the Audit team.

Suitable skills, knowledge, and experience include:

1. Experience in preparing full sets of statutory accounts in a professional environment, familiar with standards like IFRS, UK GAAP, Charity SORP, FRS 102.
2. Experience with group accounts, consolidations, and accounting for acquisitions/disposals and minority interests.
3. Experience in preparing cash flow statements within statutory accounts.
4. Proficiency with accounts production software (e.g., CaseWare).
5. Audit experience is advantageous but not essential.
6. A commitment to professional development and delivering excellent client service.
7. Strong relationship-building and communication skills for engaging with clients and colleagues.
8. An accountancy qualification (such as ACA or ACCA) is preferred.

Why choose Crowe?

At Crowe, we understand that culture and values are crucial when choosing a workplace. We prioritize our people, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and friendly environment while supporting career development. We listen to our staff and adapt to their needs, investing in their growth with competitive salaries and flexible benefits.

We value innovation and welcome individuals committed to delivering excellent service to our people, clients, and communities. Our environment supports continuous learning, rewarding careers, and flexible working arrangements, which we are happy to discuss further.

Crowe is dedicated to equal opportunity and diversity, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances our effectiveness and service quality. Entry and progression are based on objective criteria, performance, and merit, supported by clear career pathways.