Senior Financial Accountant

CMA Recruitment Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join its team. The position involves overseeing tax compliance, supporting financial reporting, and leading finance improvement projects. This role offers a hybrid working model, generous leave, and various employee benefits. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in tax compliance and financial reporting.

Benefits

35 days annual leave + BH

Contributory pension scheme

Free wellbeing events

Access to on-site exercise facilities

Discounts at retailers and restaurants

Qualifications

• Experience with VAT, Corporation Tax, and overseas GST.
• Expertise in statutory accounts preparation and FRS 102.
• Proven track record in finance improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of all tax compliance.
• Provide expert tax input on projects and initiatives.
• Assist with statutory accounts and financial reporting.
• Lead finance improvement and reporting projects.

Skills

Tax compliance

Financial reporting

Project management

Job description

CMA is representing an established and values-driven organisation is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join its central finance team. This is a key appointment within a supportive environment, offering genuine variety and the chance to lead meaningful tax and finance projects within a complex, multi-entity structure.

Senior Financial Accountant – Responsibilities

• Take ownership of all tax compliance, including VAT (partial exemption and capital goods adjustments), Corporation Tax and overseas GST returns.
• Provide expert tax input on new projects, funding bids and strategic initiatives to ensure compliance and identify efficiencies.
• Support employment tax compliance and benefit reporting in partnership with HR and external advisors.
• Assist with statutory accounts preparation and financial reporting developments under FRS 102.
• Lead finance improvement and reporting projects, enhancing control and process efficiency.

Additional benefits and information for the Senior Financial Accountant role

• Hybrid working policy
• 35 days annual leave + BH
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free wellbeing events and access to on-site exercise facilities
• Discounts at retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues

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