Financial Accountant

Bayman Atkinson Smythe; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Temporary Financial Accountant for a 6-month assignment. The role involves delivering month-end accounting processes and managing fixed assets. Candidates should be qualified or part-qualified accountants with strong skills in financial accounting and VAT reporting. This opportunity allows for hybrid working, and the selected candidate will need to adapt quickly and start at short notice.

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge.
• Proven experience in month-end close, reconciliations, and VAT.
• Hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Delivering month-end accounting processes including preparation of journals and reporting.
• Managing and maintaining the fixed asset register.
• Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations.
• Completing and submitting VAT returns.
• Reviewing the current internal control framework.
• Supporting a process improvement project.
• Assisting with an ongoing ERP system upgrade.

Skills

Technical knowledge of financial accounting

Month-end close

VAT reporting

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Temporary Financial Accountant to join a fast-paced finance team on a 6 month assignment. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by supporting critical accounting processes and driving improvements.

Responsibilities

• Delivering month-end accounting processes, including preparation of journals and reporting.


• Managing and maintaining the fixed asset register.


• Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations.


• Completing and submitting VAT returns.


• Reviewing the current internal control framework and building a robust risk and controls matrix.


• Supporting a process improvement project to streamline finance operations.


• Assisting with an ongoing ERP system upgrade.

About You

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).


• Strong technical knowledge of financial accounting and controls.


• Proven experience in month-end close, reconciliations, and VAT.


• Hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail.


• Ability to hit the ground running and adapt quickly.


• Available to start at short notice.

Hybrid working pattern.