Financial Accountant

Aspion Search; Wallingford; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A central finance firm in Wallingford is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to manage financial reporting and tax compliance. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA) with strong experience in consolidation and operational finance support. This role covers a significant £500m+ P&L and offers hybrid working. Key responsibilities include managing month-end processes and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. The position provides a competitive salary of £58,000 - £60,000 per annum.

Benefits

Pension 10% matched

Death in service x 1

25 + 8 Days Holiday

Hybrid working, work from home 2 days per week

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Strong experience in financial reporting and consolidation.
• Knowledge of tax compliance and accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly internal and group reporting processes.
• Lead preparation and submission of VAT and corporation tax returns.
• Maintain the fixed asset register in line with group policies.

Skills

Financial reporting

Consolidation

Management accounting

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

ERP systems (Sage, Oracle, IFS)

Microsoft Excel

Education

CIMA/ACCA qualification or equivalent

Tools

Sage

Oracle

IFS

Job description

About the Role

Financial Accountant

FMCG / Manufacturing Sector

Wallingford, Oxfordshire

£58,000 - £60,000 per annum, hybrid Working

A central finance function is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to deliver accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and support the operational and commercial finance teams across a multi‑brand UK business.

This role covers a circa £500m + P&L and provides a key link across operational finance teams in factories and commercial finance teams managing customer accounts.

Reporting directly to the Head of Financial Controls, this is a hands‑on role with no team management, ideal for a qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA) with experience in consolidation, intercompany reporting, and operational finance support.

The successful candidate will be approachable, collaborative, and able to engage with colleagues across all business units to ensure consistent, timely, and accurate financial management.

The Benefits

• £58,000 - £60,000 per annum
• Pension 10% matched
• Death in service x 1
• 25 + 8 Days Holiday
• Hybrid working, work from home 2 days per week

The Candidate

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Strong experience in financial reporting, consolidation, and management accounting
• Knowledge of tax compliance, fixed assets, and accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP)
• Experienced with ERP systems (Sage, Oracle, IFS)
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organisational skills
• Approachable, collaborative, and able to build strong working relationships across the business
• FMCG or manufacturing experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Manage monthly internal and group reporting processes, including consolidation of multi‑entity accounts
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate accounting records
• Support intercompany accounting and reconciliation of balances
• Prepare month‑end journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and management reporting packs
• Support year‑end reporting requirements and liaise with external auditors
• Work closely with operational and commercial finance teams to provide insights and guidance

Tax & Compliance

• Lead preparation and submission of VAT, corporation tax, and other tax returns
• Manage R&D tax credit claims in conjunction with external advisors
• Ensure compliance with HMRC and other tax regulations
• Support tax control reviews and liaise with tax authorities as required

Fixed Assets

• Maintain the fixed asset register in line with group policies
• Ensure proper accounting for additions, disposals, and depreciation

Insurance & Other Duties

• Provide financial information for insurance renewals and liaise with brokers
• Support ad‑hoc financial projects and requests from senior management

At Aspion

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