Financial Accountant 9 month FTC

ACS Staffing Solutions; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant for a 9-month fixed term role. You will support senior finance leadership, manage financial operations, and lead month-end reporting. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting knowledge and team leadership experience. Salary is £35,000 with Monday to Friday working hours.

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial regulations.
• Proven experience in financial and management accounting.
• Team leadership and people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support finance projects, including implementation of a new Accounts Payable system.
• Lead month-end reporting and assist with year-end and statutory accounts preparation.
• Produce VAT returns, tax analyses, and management accounts.

Skills

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Financial and management accounting experience

Team leadership

Proficiency in accounting systems

Education

Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Financial Accountant (9-Month Fixed Term)

Leicester or Northampton

£35,000

Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a collaborative finance team within a leading firm. The role supports senior finance leadership in delivering high-quality financial management, supporting with projects, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support finance projects, including implementation of a new Accounts Payable system and dashboard development.
• Lead month-end reporting and assist with year-end and statutory accounts preparation.
• Produce VAT returns, tax analyses, and management accounts.
• Manage purchase and nominal ledgers, partner payments, and payroll assistance.
• Conduct WIP reviews and support fee earner target setting.
• Oversee budget preparation and audit processes.
• Manage and develop direct reports within the finance team.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement across finance operations.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial regulations.
• Proven experience in financial and management accounting.
• Team leadership and people management experience.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and financial reporting tools.

Qualifications:

• Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) desirable but not essential.