Financial Accountant

Marks Sattin Ltd; York; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in York is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to deliver high-quality financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and develop into a technical accounting expert, with a salary up to £55,000 and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Healthcare Membership

Generous Pension Scheme

Generous Holiday Allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in a large accounting firm or financial reporting environment.
• Strong background in statutory accounts preparation or audit of large entities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly and periodic financial reporting.
• Prepare annual Financial Statements for various entities and liaise with external auditors.
• Produce quarterly VAT returns and support tax compliance.

Skills

Technical Accounting Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Excel Skills

Education

ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification

Job description

Financial Reporting Accountant

Location: York (Hybrid Working)

Salary: Up to £55,000 + Excellent Benefits

Marks Sattin is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and values-driven organisation in York, currently recruiting for a Financial Reporting Accountant.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong and ambitious finance professional to join a collaborative team and play a key role in delivering high-quality financial, tax, and capital reporting.

This role offers a clear development path to becoming the Society's technical accounting and tax expert, making it ideal for someone looking to deepen their expertise in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly and periodic financial reporting
• Prepare annual Financial Statements for various entities and liaising with external auditors
• Produce quarterly VAT returns and support wider tax compliance and computations
• Develop investment and treasury reporting, including fund performance insights and liquidity forecasting
• Collaborate with finance teams to ensure efficient and accurate reporting
• Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure compliance with capitalisation policies
• Provide technical accounting guidance and stay up-to-date of changes in accounting standards
• Line manage and mentor the Trainee Financial Accountant

Skills & Experience Required:

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification
• Experience in a large accounting firm or financial reporting environment
• Strong background in statutory accounts preparation or audit of large entities
• Excellent Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, SUMIFs)
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in financial reporting

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £55,000
• Hybrid working model (York-based office)
• Clear progression path into a technical expert role
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to work across a broad range of financial disciplines
• Healthcare membership
• Generous pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance

If you're a technically minded finance professional looking to take the next step in your career with a purpose-led organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

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• We prioritise your well-being with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support you both personally and professionally.