Financial Accountant

SF Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology company is seeking a Financial Accountant for a 12-month contract. This role offers the chance to lead year-end financial reporting, prepare statutory accounts, and enhance financial processes in a fast-paced environment. You'll work closely with a skilled Financial Controller and contribute from day one, ensuring compliance and improving controls. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to make a significant impact in a growing business. If you thrive under pressure and have a passion for finance, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified in ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CA with experience in financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of statutory accounts and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead year-end financial reporting ensuring compliance with standards.
• Prepare statutory accounts and liaise with auditors for smooth audits.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Statutory Reporting

Audit Preparation

Advanced Excel Skills

Technical Accounting Guidance

Education

ACA Qualified

ACCA Qualified

CIMA Qualified

CA Qualified

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

SF Recruitment is currently partnered with a growing Technology business looking to hire a Financial Accountant on an initial 12-month contract. Reporting into an impressive Financial Controller, they are seeking someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced company where you can add value from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the year-end financial reporting process, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors to facilitate a smooth audit process.
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and consistency across multiple entities.
• Support the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial statements.
• Improve financial controls and processes, identifying areas for improvement to drive efficiency.
• Provide technical accounting guidance to the finance team.

Requirements

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CA Qualified.
• Experience handling year-end processes, statutory reporting, and audit preparation.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, ideally PE or VC-backed environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.

Given the urgency of the hire, you will need to be on a notice period of 1 month or less.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Technology, Information and Media