Financial Accountant, Group Finance - FTC 15 months

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their Group Finance Audit and Control team. This role is essential for maintaining financial control policies and preparing consolidated financial statements under IFRS. You will be responsible for managing inter-company accounts, preparing financial reports, and supporting audit processes. The company values sustainability and diversity, offering flexible working arrangements and investing in employee development. If you are a recently qualified ACA or ACCA professional with a passion for finance and a commitment to excellence, this position provides a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Learning programmes

Commitment to sustainability

Diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• Recently qualified ACA or ACCA with strong IFRS knowledge.
• Experience managing external audits and working with auditors.

Responsibilities

• Control Inter-Company accounts and prepare consolidation journals.
• Support preparation of the Group’s Consolidated Financial Statements under IFRS.

Skills

IFRS

External Audit Management

Financial Reporting

Organizational Skills

Deadline Management

Education

ACA or ACCA Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Sun Accounting System

Job description

Financial Accountant, Group Finance - FTC 15 months, Newcastle upon Tyne

We have an opportunity to join the IQ-EQ Group Finance Audit and Control team in the Isle of Man on a contract basis, to cover a period of maternity leave. The team is responsible for setting financial control policy for subsidiary entities around the world, technical IFRS specialism, and associated accounting papers, co-ordination of the Group external audit process, and preparation of the Group’s consolidated IFRS financial statements.

Responsibilities:

1. Monthly control of Inter-Company accounts and reconciliations
2. Monthly preparation of the Group’s consolidation journals
3. Preparation of other financial and management reporting information as required
4. Support the preparation and drafting of the Group’s Consolidated Financial Statements under IFRS
5. Preparation of balance sheets and reconciliations for Intermediate Holding Companies
6. Support preparation of accounting papers, valuations, and journals for mergers and acquisitions
7. Assist in delivering Group Finance projects

Qualifications:

1. ACA or ACCA recently qualified
2. Experience managing external audits and working with auditors
3. Strong knowledge of IFRS
4. Knowledge of FRS 102 and Lux GAAP (preferable)
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
6. Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
7. Experience with Sun accounting system (advantageous)

Additional Information:

IQ-EQ is committed to sustainability, diversity, and employee development. We support flexible working and invest in our employees’ careers through various learning programmes. We value long-term relationships with clients and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture.