Financial Accountant - Fixed Term Contract

The ONE Group Ltd; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local business in Peterborough is seeking a qualified Financial Accountant for a 15-month fixed-term contract. The role involves preparing statutory accounts, managing audits, and providing financial insights. Candidates should be ACCA or ACA qualified with a strong audit background. This position offers a salary of up to £60,000 and combines remote and in-office work.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACCA or ACA).
• Proven experience in leading and supporting audits.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts.
• Managing intercompany reconciliations.
• Leading group reporting and streamlining reporting processes.
• Planning and coordinating year-end and interim audits.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Supporting internal audit processes and strengthening internal controls.
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts and reviewing journal entries.
• Providing financial insights and variance analysis.
• Assisting with development and improvement of accounting policies.
• Mentoring junior finance team members.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACCA or ACA)

Strong audit background

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Financial Accountant - Fixed Term Contract

We are looking for a qualified ACCA or ACA Financial Accountant with a strong audit background to join one of our Peterborough-based clients on a 15-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent interim opportunity to work with a leading local business currently undergoing an exciting period of growth, change, and transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts.
• Managing intercompany reconciliations.
• Leading group reporting and helping to streamline reporting processes.
• Planning and coordinating year-end and interim audits.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Supporting internal audit processes and strengthening internal controls.
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts and reviewing journal entries.
• Providing financial insights, variance analysis, and reporting to senior management.
• Assisting with the development and improvement of accounting policies, processes, and systems.
• Mentoring and supporting junior finance team members as required.

About You

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACCA or ACA).
• Proven experience in leading and supporting audits.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Hybrid working, 2 days in the office, 3 from home.
• Salary up to £60,000 (depending on experience).

If you are interested in the position, would like more information & your CV submitted for consideration, please apply now and speak with Megan Lemon at The One Group.