Financial Reporting Accountant

Farrer Barnes Limited; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in the UK is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to join their Group Finance team. The role plays a vital part in delivering accurate financial reports across multiple entities. Candidates should possess qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA, along with experience in group accounting. This position offers competitive salary, discretionary bonuses, an enhanced pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Enhanced pension scheme

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience in accounting.
• Experience in group accounting and multi-entity environments.
• Strong background in management accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts and board reporting packs.
• Produce annual financial statements and assist with tax information.
• Deliver project spend analysis and forward forecasts.

Skills

Management accounts

Statutory reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

Sage Intacct

Excel

Job description

About The Company

Our client is a well-established and growing organisation with a multi-entity structure, known for its commitment to high-quality reporting, strong governance and continuous improvement. With a focus on long‑term development and operational excellence, they provide a supportive environment where finance plays a central role in strategic decision‑making.

The Role

We are looking for a Financial Reporting Accountant to join our client’s Group Finance team. This role is integral to delivering accurate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting across the organisation. As the business continues to grow, the position offers scope to develop technically, gain exposure to complex group structures, and support ongoing process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Management & Financial Reporting – Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts, supporting schedules, KPIs and board reporting packs across multiple entities.
• Statutory Reporting & Compliance – Produce annual financial statements, support year‑end audits, assist with tax information and complete required company secretarial filings.
• Forecasting & Analysis – Deliver project spend analysis, forward forecasts and ad‑hoc financial insights for senior management.
• Controls & Operations – Maintain accurate ledgers, ensure strong financial controls, support service charge processes and contribute to system and process improvements.
• Technical Development – Stay informed on relevant accounting standards, taxation updates and legislation, while supporting enhancements to reporting tools.

Desirable Skills

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 3–5 years’ post‑qualification experience
• Experience in group accounting and multi‑entity environments, ideally with multi‑currency exposure
• Strong background in management accounts and statutory reporting
• Proficiency with Sage Intacct or similar accounting systems
• Advanced Excel skills and excellent attention to detail
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills
• Proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive team environment

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Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.