Group Financial Accountant, Leading Private Debt Investor, London, UK

Rymer, Echols, Slay & Nelson-Archer, P.C.; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial firm is seeking a Group Financial Accountant to support the day-to-day operations of the finance function during an exciting phase of growth. This position requires strong expertise in financial reporting, statutory accounts preparation, and collaboration with senior management. The role offers opportunities for process improvements through automation and working alongside junior team members in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial reporting, consolidations, and preparing statutory accounts.
• Desirable experience in alternative investment industry and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly close activities, reconciliations, and management reporting.
• Prepare statutory accounts, assist with audits, and regulatory filings.
• Coordinate with external accounting providers for timely financial data.

Skills

Financial reporting

Strong proficiency in Excel

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Self-motivated

Education

Chartered Accountant

Job description

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About our client

This is an exciting opportunity to join a European focused private debt investor through an exciting period of growth. This newly created role will report directly to the Senior Finance Manager and play a key role in supporting senior management with the day-to-day operations of the group finance function. The Group Financial Accountant will contribute to the monthly close process and lead on the preparation of statutory accounts and regulatory reporting for group entities across multiple jurisdictions. You will manage the relationship with third-party accountants, ensuring accurate data delivery and reconciliation within the internal accounting systems, while also supporting junior colleagues in the payment oversight processes. Additionally, the role offers the opportunity to collaborate with senior stakeholders to drive process improvements, enhance controls, and implement automation and technology solutions. What the job involves

• Support monthly close activities, including reconciliations, variance analysis, and management reporting
• Prepare statutory accounts and assist with audits, regulatory filings, and tax submissions across multiple jurisdictions
• Coordinate with external accounting providers to ensure timely and accurate financial data
• Assist junior team members with core finance operations such as payables, receivables, expenses, and cash management
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting support to senior team members
• Contribute to process improvements through system enhancements and automation initiatives

Who we are looking for

• Chartered Accountant
• Experience in financial reporting, consolidations and preparing statutory accounts
• Experience working in the alternative investment industry is desirable
• Strong proficiency in Excel
• Experience in data warehouses and data visualising tools is desirable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, proactive and with a strong work ethic
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

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