Financial Accountant

Page Personnel; Aston End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Not-for-profit organisation in Hertfordshire, England is seeking a Financial Accountant to join the team. This is an ideal first post after qualification for a newly qualified accountant ready to broaden experience within a supportive, high-performing finance function.

Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will take ownership of year-end processes, reconciliations, and technical accounting matters while gaining exposure to financial reporting and business-facing responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• First move after qualification.
• Strong technical accounting and reconciliation skills.
• Confident communicator with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of statutory accounts and year-end processes.
• Lead balance sheet reconciliations and ensure strong financial controls.
• Assist with technical accounting queries and accounting policy reviews.
• Support the production of monthly and annual financial reporting.
• Work closely with auditors and assist with audit preparation.
• Review and improve financial processes and controls.
• Support wider finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with stakeholders across the organisation to provide financial insight and support.

Skills

Technical accounting

Reconciliations

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Communication

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

• Partner with leaders to shape future business decisions
• Make a real impact in a purpose-driven organisation

About Our Client

A not-for-profit organisation based in Hertfordshire.

Job Description

We're supporting a housing organisation as it continues to strengthen its finance function following a period of change and growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant looking to take their first move after qualification and broaden their experience within a supportive, high-performing team.Reporting into senior finance leadership, you'll take ownership of key financial accounting activities including year-end processes, reconciliations and technical accounting matters, while gaining exposure to a wide range of financial reporting and business-facing responsibilities.Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of statutory accounts and year-end processes.
• Lead balance sheet reconciliations and ensure strong financial controls.
• Assist with technical accounting queries and accounting policy reviews.
• Support the production of monthly and annual financial reporting.
• Work closely with auditors and assist with audit preparation.
• Review and improve financial processes and controls.
• Support wider finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with stakeholders across the organisation to provide financial insight and support.

The Successful Applicant

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Ideally looking for a first move following qualification.
• Strong technical accounting and reconciliation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability.
• Confident communicator with a proactive approach.
• Sector experience is not required; candidates from practice, commercial or public sector backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer

• Salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent role within the not-for-profit sector.
• Benefits package to follow.

Financial Accountant • Hertfordshire, England