Financial Accountant

August Clarke; Basingstoke and Deane; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

August Clarke in Basingstoke, Hampshire is seeking a Financial Accountant to join the UK finance team. The role offers real responsibility, variety and progression within a fast-growing business.

You will manage ledgers, assist with month-end, statutory accounts, tax and audits, and work closely with teams across the business. ACA/ACCA part-qualified or newly qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA part qualified or newly qualified.
• Strong Excel and general ledger experience.
• Solid understanding of financial reporting.
• Proactive, organised and confident in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communicator who works well across teams.

Responsibilities

• Managing the nominal and sales ledgers.
• Bank reconciliations, purchase ledger, and WIP reporting.
• Supporting month end accounts and financial reporting.
• Assisting with statutory accounts, tax, and audits.
• Managing intercompany reconciliations.

Skills

Excel

General ledger

Financial reporting

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

ACA / ACCA part qualified or newly qualified

Job description

Financial Accountant

Basingstoke, Hampshire Reporting to: Group Financial Controller

Are you a qualified or near-qualified accountant looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a fast-growing and dynamic business, is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their UK finance team in a role offering real responsibility, variety, and progression.

The Role

You?ll play a key part in the day-to-day financial operations of the group, including:

• Managing the nominal and sales ledgers


• Bank reconciliations, purchase ledger, and WIP reporting


• Supporting month end accounts and financial reporting


• Assisting with statutory accounts, tax, and audits


• Managing intercompany reconciliations

About You

• ACA / ACCA part qualified or newly qualified


• Strong Excel and general ledger experience


• Solid understanding of financial reporting


• Proactive, organised, and confident working in a fast-paced environment


• Strong communicator who works well across teams

Why Join?

This is a great opportunity to gain broad exposure in a growing business where your contribution will be valued and your career can develop quickly within a supportive finance team.