Financial Accountant

Adecco; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in London is seeking a qualified Financial Accountant to join their finance team. The role involves managing month-end processes, leading project accounting, and ensuring compliance with IFRS standards. Suitable candidates will be ACCA/CIMA qualified with at least 2 years of experience and a strong knowledge of accounting systems. This position offers a hybrid working model and requires attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years in a finance team.
• Solid experience with accounting systems.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the month-end process and reconciliations.
• Lead project accounting and ensure IFRS compliance.
• Prepare VAT returns and support annual statements.
• Provide technical advice on accounting standards.
• Mentor an Accounts Assistant and update procedures.
• Act as a Workday subject-matter expert.

Skills

Strong knowledge of IFRS

Advanced Excel

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA/CIMA qualified

Tools

Workday

Job description

Overview

Financial Accountant – Rate: 500 (a day); Location: London (Hybrid); Duration: 6 Months (Initially); IR35: Inside (Must use an umbrella company).

We\'re seeking a qualified Financial Accountant (ACCA/CIMA) to join our finance team and ensure accurate accounting, compliance with IFRS standards, and timely reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the month-end process, accruals, and balance-sheet reconciliations.
• Lead project accounting and ensure compliance with IFRS 16.
• Prepare VAT returns, fixed-asset records, and support annual statutory accounts.
• Provide technical advice on accounting standards and support internal/external audits.
• Mentor an Accounts Assistant and keep financial procedures up to date.
• Act as a Workday (or similar ERP) subject-matter expert and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• ACCA/CIMA qualified with at least 2+ years in a finance team.

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and current accounting standards.
• Advanced Excel and solid experience with accounting systems (Workday ideal but not essential).
• High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to meet strict deadlines.

Join a collaborative team where your expertise will help maintain robust financial controls and support strategic decision-making.

Apply today to play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial reporting and continuous improvement.