Financial Accountant - Temp

Handle Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established media group is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to enhance their financial reporting and compliance processes. This role involves leading the preparation of statutory financial statements, supporting audits, and ensuring adherence to accounting standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in accounting software, and a detail-oriented mindset. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, and take the next step in your career by contributing to a dynamic finance team focused on excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years post-qualification experience in financial accounting.
• Big 4 training with extensive audit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of UK statutory and Group consolidated financial statements.
• Support the annual external audit process and prepare tax computations.

Skills

Financial Statement Preparation

Audit Support

Tax Computation

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Standards Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Effective Communication

Education

ACA/ACCA Qualified

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Financial Accountant to join an established media group, with a focus on statutory reporting, audits, and compliance across UK and Group entities.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of UK statutory and Group consolidated financial statements in line with accounting standards and company policies

• Support the annual external audit process, providing documentation and addressing queries

• Prepare and review monthly financial reports, investigating variances for the Corporate Finance Team

• Support month-end close, balance sheet reviews, cash flow analysis, and bank reconciliations

• Prepare tax computations and liaise with tax advisors

• Act as a liaison between the Controlling team and wider business functions

• Ensure compliance with internal finance policies and controls

• Respond to ad hoc financial queries and support system/process improvements

Requirements

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), with 3+ years' post-qualification experience

• Preferably Big 4 trained, with extensive experience in financial statement preparation or audit

• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and financial reporting

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

• Detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to learn

• Effective communicator with strong collaboration skills

• Immediately Available

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.