Financial Accountant

Venn Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Accountant for a 6-month interim contract. This pivotal role involves supporting statutory and external reporting, managing tax matters, and addressing complex technical queries. The ideal candidate will possess a professional accounting qualification and a strong understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP. Collaborating closely with finance teams and external auditors, you will ensure compliance and maintain accounting policies. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a renowned broadcasting corporation while enhancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in accounting is essential for this role.
• Strong expertise in IFRS and UK GAAP is required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for technical accounting queries.
• Support preparation of parent company accounts and coordinate year-end submissions.

Skills

IFRS

UK GAAP

Tax Compliance

Financial Reporting

Communication Skills

Education

Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Venn Group is delighted to be partnered with a renowned broadcasting corporation to recruit a Financial Accountant for a 6 month interim contract. This role will be instrumental in supporting statutory and external reporting, managing tax matters, addressing technical queries, and analysing month-end reconciliations.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Act as the primary contact for technical accounting queries, including revenue recognition, investments, tax reporting, foreign exchange, and consolidation.
• Assist with weekly and monthly FX exposure calculations, hedge effectiveness reviews, and Group FX position reporting.
• Support the preparation of parent company accounts and coordinate the submission of year-end financial figures to Group Finance, working closely with key stakeholders to meet reporting deadlines.
• Liaise with external auditors, resolve queries, and stay updated on accounting standards to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with the Head of Finance and Tax teams to maintain and update accounting policies, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements across the Group.
• Assist with centrally managed accounting areas, including intercompany transactions, consolidation, and impairment reviews.

Ideal candidate profile:

• Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Expertise in IFRS, UK GAAP, consolidations, intercompany transactions, and group financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of tax compliance, reporting, and financial impact assessment.
• Effective collaboration with Group Finance, auditors, and tax teams, with clear communication of complex financial matters.
• Available at short notice to interview and start.

Additional Information:

• Agency reference number: J87395
• Location: London
• Duration: 6 months, subject to further extension.
• Pay rate: £400-450 per day (paid via an Umbrella company).
• Working hours: Full time.
• Working pattern: Hybrid (2 days per week in the office).

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.