Senior Financial Accountant

Reed; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Critical illness cover

Life assurance

Employee benefits platform

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working pattern

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract with potential to go permanent, based in Dartford. The role is hybrid, with a salary of £48,000 per year, and reports into the Head of Accounting & Compliance, coordinating with international teams.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in financial accounting, ACCA/CIMA studies in progress, SAP experience, and strong month-end and statutory accounting skills. AAT/CAT qualification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Strong month-end, balance sheet and statutory accounting experience.
• Experience using ERP systems, with SAP experience highly desirable.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and experience engaging with international stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist with group reporting and consolidation requirements.
• Support VAT and Corporation Tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead internal audit activities and support external statutory audits.
• Provide ad hoc support to senior finance leadership.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Education

AAT or CAT qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Senior Financial Accountant (12-Month FTC - potential to become permanent)

Location: Dartford (DA1)

Working pattern: Hybrid

Salary: £48,000

Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) with potential to become permanent.

About the Company

Our client is a global organisation operating within the healthcare and life sciences sector, providing innovative diagnostic and healthcare solutions that support medical professionals, laboratories and healthcare organisations worldwide. With a strong international presence and a collaborative culture, the business is committed to improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge technology and scientific excellence.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join a well-established international business on a maternity cover contract. Initially offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract, there is potential for the role to become permanent.

Reporting into the Head of Accounting & Compliance and working closely with international colleagues, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, audit management and month-end accounting activities across multiple entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Analyse and report on fixed asset additions, disposals and depreciation.
• Assist with group reporting and consolidation requirements.
• Support VAT and Corporation Tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead internal audit activities and support external statutory audits.
• Act as a key point of contact for auditors and finance stakeholders.
• Review and analyse operating expenses and provide financial insight to budget holders.
• Support finance transformation and continuous improvement projects.
• Provide ad hoc support to senior finance leadership.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• A strong financial accounting background with at least 5 years' experience.
• AAT or CAT qualification and be studying towards ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong month-end, balance sheet and statutory accounting experience.
• Experience using ERP systems, with SAP experience highly desirable.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and experience engaging with international stakeholders.

Salary & Benefits

• £48,000.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Private healthcare.
• Critical illness cover.
• Life assurance.
• Employee benefits platform.
• Flexible working hours.
• Hybrid working pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

If you're a proactive Financial Accountant looking for a varied role within a growing international organisation, we'd love to hear from you.