Senior Financial Accountant - Hybrid, 12-Month FTC (Potential Permanent)

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

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.