Financial Reporting Accountant

Michael Page (UK); London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

• Immediate start role offering hybrid working
• Join a leading Financial Services offering diverse & inclusive culture

About Our Client

Michael Page is currently recruiting for a leading Financial Services firm based in Central London, seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to join them on a 9-month fixed-term basis to cover an interim requirement. This role offers an immediate start for the successful applicant.

Our client is based in Central London, with excellent transport links and a hybrid working model, allowing two days of remote work per week. Specialising in the Financial Services sector, they have a strong market reputation and are one of the largest Investors in London.

Job Description

As Financial Reporting Accountant, your main responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Liaise with business and shared services colleagues for robust financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of annual statutory accounts under UK GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP.
• Support the annual audit process, including financial statement preparation.
• Prepare quarterly Board reports and other required financial documents.
• Manage inter-company and third-party invoicing, ensuring timely collection of receipts.
• Review, update, and reconcile the general ledger for assigned legal entities.
• Maintain and enhance the financial control framework, including process documentation.
• Assist in developing accounting policies, procedures, and internal guidance.
• Contribute to process improvement projects related to reporting and controls.
• Analyse data and challenge inconsistencies to ensure data is robust and variances are understood and explained.
• Work closely with the internal Accounting team, reporting into the Finance Director.

The Successful Applicant

• Degree in a relevant field and a professional accounting qualification (or part-qualified - ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Strong experience in financial reporting under UK GAAP, IFRS (including IFRS 16, 15, and 9), and US GAAP.
• Knowledge of FRS 101 & 102, financial statement preparation, consolidation, and implementation of new standards.
• Experience in maintaining control frameworks and documenting controls.
• Background in external and internal audits, including liaising with stakeholders to ensure timely completion.
• Strong analytical skills to assess data, identify inconsistencies, and explain variances.
• Excellent communication skills for explaining technical accounting issues clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in Excel and other office technologies.

What's on Offer

Immediate start + Central London based role + Leading Financial Services firm + Hybrid working offering 2 days from home per week + 9 month fixed contract + Diverse & inclusive culture + Driven and friendly working environment + Salary ranging from £60,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience)