Finance Operations Accountant

Robert Walters UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment agency in London is seeking an experienced Accountant to ensure the accuracy and integrity of finance operations. This full-time role involves performing reconciliations and delivering valuable data analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of relevant experience, advanced Excel skills, and is AAT qualified or part-qualified. This position offers a competitive salary between £50,000 - £60,000.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in finance operations or accounting.
• Willingness to complete an Excel test during the interview.
• Experience supporting year-end close activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform control checks, reconciliations, and validations.
• Monitor operational finance metrics and KPIs.
• Deliver data analysis to support finance-led projects.
• Maintain strong financial controls.

Skills

Experience with high-volume transactional data

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Understanding of financial controls and audit standards

Ability to communicate data insights clearly

Attention to detail

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Finance or ERP systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accountant to join a highly respected organisation in London, offering a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000. This full-time, permanent position is perfect for someone who thrives on ensuring accuracy and integrity within finance operations, enjoys working with large volumes of transactional data, and values being part of a supportive team environment. You will play a pivotal role in underpinning operational projects and efficiency tracking, while supporting decision-making through insightful data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough control checks, reconciliations, and validations across high-volume finance operations data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor key operational finance metrics and KPIs, proactively highlighting exceptions or anomalies that require attention from the wider team.
• Deliver robust data analysis to support finance-led projects and track improvements in operational efficiency throughout the year.
• Work closely with the Finance Operations Lead to maintain strong financial controls across both people and processes within the department.
• Assist with service financial reporting by ensuring all control procedures are followed meticulously and documentation is maintained.
• Support year-end close activities specific to Finance Operations, including extracting relevant data, performing reconciliations, and providing audit support as required.
• Maintain clear, auditable documentation of all financial processes and data outputs to facilitate transparency and accountability.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across finance, IT, and operations teams to enhance reporting frameworks and strengthen internal controls.

The Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrated experience working with high-volume transactional data in a finance operations or accounting environment over at least four years.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel coupled with familiarity using finance or ERP systems; willingness to complete an Excel test during interview stage.
• Comprehensive understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, audit standards, and best practices within a corporate setting.
• Ability to communicate complex data insights clearly to both finance professionals and non-finance stakeholders alike.
• Methodical approach with exceptional attention to detail; highly organised in managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• AAT qualified & part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or Finalist (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), demonstrating commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Experience supporting year-end close activities including data extraction, reconciliations, and audit preparation.
• Proven track record of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams such as IT and operations to improve reporting frameworks.
• Experience in property-related finance is desirable but not essential.

Next Steps

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Accountant in London-where your analytical skills will truly make an impact-this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; we look forward to receiving your application.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates