Financial Accountant

Costello Medical; Hartford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare agency is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to enhance financial reporting and accounting functions. This role involves preparing financial statements, managing corporate taxes, and contributing to financial planning within a collaborative team. Candidates must hold ACA or ACCA qualifications and have strong analytical and communication skills. An attractive salary and benefits, including flexible working hours, are offered.

Benefits

Starting salary from £55,000

Discretionary profit share bonuses

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Private Medical Insurance

Paid study leave and funding for qualifications

Critical Illness Cover

Qualifications

• Successfully completed ACA or ACCA qualification required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Post-qualified working experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of financial statements for group companies.
• Manage corporate tax activities and ensure accurate reporting.
• Contribute to cash flow forecasting and financial planning.
• Prepare balance sheet and bank reconciliations.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Degree in finance or related field (minimum 2.1)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Financial Accountant to take ownership of our financial reporting processes and drive improvements across our accounting functions. This vital role combines technical expertise, strategic insight, and a degree of autonomy, offering you the chance to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and collaborative team.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the preparation of financial statements for all group companies
• Assisting with group consolidations to ensure accurate reporting
• Managing corporate tax activities across subsidiaries, including estimating instalment payments and liaising with external advisers for tax return preparation
• Contributing to cash flow forecasting, financial planning, and risk analysis
• Managing the month-end close process to deliver timely and accurate financial reports
• Preparing balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, journal entries, prepayments, and accruals
• Ensuring proper intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and eliminations
• Maintaining accurate general ledger records for multiple entities
• Preparing quarterly VAT returns and calculating quarterly corporation tax instalments
• Assisting with year-end close, audits, and ongoing compliance activities

Requirements:

• A successfully completed ACA (Associate Chartered Accountant) qualification awarded by ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales), or an ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) qualification
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build robust and sustainable working relationships
• Exceptional organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• An ability to plan, prioritise, and manage multiple deadlines effectively
• An eagerness to master new systems and understand company processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly VLOOKUP and pivot tables in Excel

Desired Requirements:

• Proven post-qualified working experience
• An understanding of both UK GAAP and IFRS accounting standards
• A degree-level or higher qualification in a finance-related discipline (minimum 2.1 or equivalent), such as Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Management, or similar

What We Offer:

• A starting salary from £55,000 per annum
• Uncapped, discretionary profit share bonuses paid twice per year
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank and public holidays, as well as a holiday buy and sell scheme
• Flexible working hours and the chance to work from home for up to half of your working time after passing probation
• Private Medical Insurance which offers comprehensive cover on a 'medical history disregard' basis
• Paid study leave and funding for external qualifications
• Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection and Life Assurance

Costello Medical is a rapidly growing global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications, market access, and health economic and outcomes research. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunities employer.