Financial Reporting Analyst

Wade Macdonald; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization is seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst to join their collaborative finance team. This role involves preparing financial statements, supporting tax analysis, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will benefit from hybrid working and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recently qualified in AAT/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• Experience in the financial services sector preferred.
• Proactive mindset with strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of statutory accounts and regulatory returns.
• Draft technical accounting memos and ensure accuracy of financial disclosures.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to support financial objectives.

Skills

Technical accounting

Excel

Communication

Education

AAT/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Financial Reporting Analyst

Reading (Hybrid)

£55,000 - £65,000

About the Client

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation within the Financial Services sector. With a track record of consistent growth, they support both retail and institutional clients across the UK. They cultivate a supportive atmosphere where mentorship and professional development are central to their mission. Their finance team plays a vital role in delivering accurate, compliant, and timely reporting to regulatory authorities and internal stakeholders alike.

About the Job

The role of Financial Reporting Analyst sits within a collaborative finance team responsible for both statutory and regulatory reporting. The successful individual will contribute to the preparation of financial statements and regulatory returns, support tax analysis, liaise with auditors, and take part in various financial control and compliance tasks.

Duties will include:

• Assisting in the production of statutory accounts for special purpose vehicles and consolidated group entities
• Supporting the delivery of monthly and quarterly regulatory returns
• Drafting technical accounting memos for newly incorporated structures
• Ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial disclosures
• Working alongside external tax advisors on corporation tax calculations and reconciliations
• Coordinating with accounts payable to ensure purchasing compliance
• Assisting with audit preparation and responding to auditor queries
• Providing cover within the finance team during periods of absence
• Engaging with internal stakeholders to support cross-functional financial objectives
• Supporting ad hoc reporting and analytical tasks

About the Successful Applicant

You will be recently qualified (AAT/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent), ideally with experience in the financial services sector. A sound understanding of technical accounting, strong Excel skills, and a proactive mindset are essential. Excellent communication abilities and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team are also key to success in this role.

What You Will Receive in Return

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and supportive organisation that values personal growth and team collaboration. You'll benefit from hybrid working, exposure to a wide range of reporting responsibilities, and the chance to develop your career within a stable and growing financial services provider.