Senior Financial Reporting Accountant - 12 month contract

We are looking for a Senior Financial Reporting Accountant for a 12-month contract, responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate completion of financial reporting to our Parent company, Directors, Senior management, and UK Regulatory bodies. The role also involves providing analysis and commentary, and driving process improvements through automation and collaboration with specialist teams.

This position will be based in our Stoke Poges office 2-3 days a week, with hybrid working arrangements available.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and analyze regulatory data for external stakeholders (FCA, ONS, Auditors, Companies House, Tax, etc.).
2. Adhere to guidelines set by regulatory bodies and internal control and accounting frameworks.
3. Prepare monthly journals and analysis, including movements on primary financial statements, with rationale.
4. Report closing figures using internal reporting and consolidation tools, including reconciliation with the general ledger.
5. Prepare monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, investigate issues, and resolve them.
6. Understand system linkages, identify areas for improvement, and utilize digital skills for enhancements.
7. Collaborate effectively within the finance team and across the business, handling ad-hoc queries.
8. Improve month-end reporting efficiency through process improvement, automation, and standardization.
9. Engage in early transaction involvement and decision-making to become a trusted business partner.
10. Handle large, complex datasets, test data integrity, and derive insights to support management decisions.
11. Assist in system development and testing with delivery teams and subject matter experts.

Essential Skills:

• Lease accounting experience and IFRS 18 knowledge.
• Financial instruments accounting, IFRS 9 and IFRS 7.
• Experience in financial statement preparation and external audits.

Additional Skills and Experience:

• Relevant accounting qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in financial services, leasing, and funding is advantageous.
• Experience with multiple system interfaces.
• Audit experience, both internal and external.
• Strong IT and Excel skills, with confidence in leading change management.
• Experience in process improvement and automation, with digital skills interest.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex topics.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Methodical, diligent, and able to meet tight deadlines within a team environment.
• Attention to detail and a service-oriented approach.
• Motivated, inquisitive, and able to collaborate with IT and operational teams to find solutions.

What We Offer:

• Performance-based annual bonus.
• Hybrid working for work-life balance.
• Generous pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions.
• 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional days.
• Private healthcare with a free BUPA plan and subsidized family healthcare.

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. Please inform us of any specific requirements to support your application and interview process.