Financial Accountant (K-SOX)

Kia; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kia UK is seeking a Financial Accountant to prepare and present financial accounts, manage compliance, and ensure integrity of financial statements. This role offers opportunities for growth in a supportive environment recognized as one of the UK's Best Workplaces.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working

Employee Car Scheme

Onsite Chef

Private Medical Care

Annual Health Checks

Private Dental Care

Pension with enhanced employer contribution

Income Protection & Life Assurance

24 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Prepare and present monthly financial accounts.
• Manage balance sheet integrity.
• Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with FRS 101.

Responsibilities

• Lead intercompany and related party management in accordance with IAS 24.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual risk controls for K-SOX compliance.
• Align IFRS and business practice for all operations.

Skills

Data Analysis

Critical Thinking

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Business Degree or Equivalent

Relevant Professional Qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

Tools

Financial Systems

Job description

Financial Accountant (K-SOX)

(Permanent, Full-Time)

Welcome to Kia UK!

About Us

Kia UK is a leading automotive brand offering one of the industry’s largest range of models across multiple vehicle segments and was the fourth most popular UK car brand in 2024. With 190 Kia Dealers across the country, Kia is now widely known for its advanced electrified products offering the technology of tomorrow, today. Spearheading this charge are award-winning products including the fully electric EV6 – Kia’s first dedicated electric vehicle, the 2024 World Car of the Year the EV9 and 2025 World Car of the Year the all new electric compact SUV the EV3!

Kia UK has consistently grown for over 30 years, supported by bold design, quality products and ever-evolving customer service. By 2027, the brand aims to offer no less than nine fully electric vehicles in the UK, a positive step towards becoming a leading global sustainable mobility solutions provider.

People are central to Kia UK and every day is an opportunity to learn something new and to grow personally and professionally. This was recognised with Kia UK named as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces 2025 by Great Place To Work, and also ranked in the 2024 Best Workplaces for Women, Development, Wellbeing, and Manufacturing, Production & Transportation. Kia employees reported positively on areas such as working atmosphere, trust in management, corporate strategy, pride in working for the company, benefits, facilities and much more!

The Role

This is a brand new role with scope to expand! Here are some of the tasks you'll be leading:

· Prepare and present monthly financial accounts.

· Intercompany, Related Party management in accordance with IAS 24.

· Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with FRS 101.

· SPOC and preparation of all Government Statistics with ONS.

· Reconciliation between management and financial accounts.

· Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual risk controls for K-SOX compliance.

· Alignment of IFRS and business practice for all operations.

· Manage balance sheet integrity.

· Monthly quarterly and annual KPI measurement.

· Awareness of legislative and International Reporting standard updates, including effect and application.

About You

· Ideally business degree or equivalent

· Relevant professional qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

· Understanding and Application of Regulatory knowledge

· Data Analysis

· Critical Thinking

· Communication (written and verbal)

· Adaptability

· Proven collaboration with professional advisors and auditors

· Strong understanding of financial systems, processes and regulations

We recognise that there may be a number of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t exactly match what we’ve outlined in the role description. If you think you could be a good fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you!

The Benefits

Flexible working hours (core hours between 10:00am-3:00pm)

Hybrid working (up to 2 days a week remote working pro rata)

Employee Car Scheme (car lease + insurance all included from £85/month)

Onsite Chef -> free lunch every day

???? Private Medical Care (Vitality)

Annual Health Checks and free flu jabs offered onsite

Private Dental Care (Denplan, £0 excess)

Pension with enhanced employer contribution

Income Protection & life Assurance

Critical Illness Protection

24 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Wellness benefits including cycle to work scheme, free eye tests, employee assistance programme, Mental Health First Aiders and more

Financial hub providing free financial guidance and support

Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave (up to 6 months full pay)

Enhanced Paternity Leave

Free weekly yoga, football, and badminton clubs

Pool tables, dart board, and massage chairs onsite

Opportunity to get involved & give back via our charity partners

Birthday Vouchers

Celebrations such as our Spring Ball, Christmas events, Social Club and much more!

Location/Travel

The Kia UK Head Office is based in Walton-on-Thames, just a 5-minute walk from the station. We also have plenty of on-site parking for drivers, including EV charging ports.

There is step-free access throughout the building, but please let us know if you require any additional accessibility support and we will cater to your needs as best we can.

Interview Process

Step 1: CV review

Step 2: Teams interview

Step 3: Face-to-face interview

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We understand that every candidate is unique, and we welcome the opportunity to make reasonable adjustments to ensure that all individuals can fully participate in our interview process. If you require any adjustments or support to facilitate your interview, please do not hesitate to reach out to Lucy Ward - People & Organisation Business Partner ([e-mail]). We are happy to discuss your needs and make arrangements that support your participation to best showcase your skills and qualifications.

At Kia, we are committed to employing the best-qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and thereby not discriminating against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or disability.