Financial Services Accountant

Hays PLC; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK accountancy firm is seeking a talented accountant with a practice background to manage financial services clients. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, fostering professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Dental and Optical Cover

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Online GP access

Gym membership

Workplace Pension Plan

Group Life Assurance

Financial education resources

Qualifications

• 2-3 years PQE required.
• Knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS essential.
• Experience in client management and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and deliver high-quality accounting services.
• Prepare financial statements following UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Supervise and develop junior team members.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Financial Reporting

Management Accounting

Technical Development

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

CaseWare

Job description

£60-65K Salary - Hybrid Working - Comprehensive Rewards & Benefits

Your new company

One of the UK's premier accountancy practices with state-of-the-art offices in the City of London. The firm has offered over a century's worth of accounting and advisory services to an ever-expanding, sector-diverse client base. With a reputation as a top-tier training firm with great opportunities for progression at both junior and senior levels, as well as fostering a supportive and sociable culture, there is a reason people stay here!

Your new role

The firm is experiencing organic growth across multiple areas and, in particular, with the sustained influx of financial services clients. As such, the firm is looking for a highly-capable accountant, ideally from a practice background, who wants to specialise in servicing clients from the financial services sector.
In your new role, you will be responsible for the following:

• Client Relationship Management
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, providing regular updates and promptly resolving queries.
  • Managing a growing portfolio of clients, ensuring the delivery of high-quality accounting services in compliance with firm policies and statutory requirements.
  • Supporting Managers and Partners in client meetings and the preparation of proposals.
• Financial Reporting and Compliance
  • Preparing financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP and IFRS.
  • Producing detailed consolidation workings for group accounts.
  • Liaising with external auditors to facilitate smooth and timely year-end processes.
  • Researching and responding to technical accounting queries related to IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Management Accounting and VAT
  • Overseeing a small portfolio requiring monthly or quarterly management accounts and VAT reporting, as needed.
• Team Leadership and Development
  • Supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
  • Ensuring client assignments are completed to specification, escalating any changes or issues as appropriate.
• Continuous Learning and Technical Development
  • Maintaining and enhancing technical expertise through ongoing training, research, and professional development.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in your new role, you'll ideally be/possess the following:

• ACA/ACCA qualified with 2-3 years PQE
• UK GAAP and FRS102 knowledge
• Knowledge of IFRS
• Experience with and knowledge of Sage, QuickBooks, Xero and CaseWare

What you'll get in return

In return, you'll receive a £60-65K salary and hybrid working with a host of benefits and rewards including:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental and Optical Cover
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Online GP access
• Second Medical Opinion service
• Fertility support
• Gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Workplace Pension Plan (auto-enrolment compliant)
• Group Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Critical Illness Cover
• Financial education resources
• Retail discounts
• Travel Insurance
• Electric car scheme
• Workplace Nursery scheme

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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