Financial Accountant

Antal International Network; Slough; On-site; Confidential; Part time

Job summary

A well-established organisation seeks a Financial Accountant for a 5-month temporary role in Slough. The successful candidate will support the financial reporting, assist with month-end close processes, and liaise with auditors. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance and possess at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and Excel skills are essential. ERP experience with tools like Dynamics 365, OneStream, or Power BI is desirable, along with effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role covering financial accounting / FP&A exposure.
• Proven experience of month-end close processes.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close process, producing timely and accurate management accounts.
• Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheet, working capital and cashflow reports.
• Support the external audit process, including preparing schedules and responding to audit queries.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Excel skills

Confident communicator

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE)

Tools

Dynamics 365

OneStream

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Financial Accountant

Temporary role: 5 months

Pay rate: £20.000 - £28.00 per hour

Location: Fully Office based in Slough

We are working with a well‑established organisation based in Slough who are looking to recruit a Financial Accountant on a temporary contract for 5 months to support the wider finance function and play a key role in financial reporting, month‑end close and audit preparation.

This is a hands‑on role suited to a qualified or qualified‑by‑experience accountant who enjoys working across core financial accounting as well as supporting FP&A reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the month‑end close process, producing timely and accurate management accounts
• Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheet, working capital and cashflow reportsAssist with the preparation of statutory accounts and regulatory filings
• Support the external audit process, including preparing schedules and responding to audit queries
• Work across the wider finance function, supporting General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and FP&A reporting
• Ensure strong financial controls and continuous improvement of reporting processes

About You

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role covering financial accounting / FP&A exposure
• Proven experience of month‑end close processes
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience using ERP and reporting tools such as Dynamics 365, OneStream, Power BI, SQL or similar is highly desirable
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to work independently and as part of a collaborative finance team
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment