Senior Financial Reporting Accountant (12 Months FTC)

Eames Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Senior Financial Reporting Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is vital in ensuring high-quality financial reporting and compliance across international entities. Key responsibilities include leading financial reporting for UK and European entities, overseeing the integrity of general ledger processes, and preparing quarterly group reporting under relevant GAAP standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and a professional finance qualification, thriving in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Technically strong, commercially aware finance professional.
• Experience in financial reporting in a multi-entity or international environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, US GAAP, and IFRS.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office.
• Proactive, hands-on approach and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting activities for UK and European entities.
• Oversee general ledger integrity and period-end close processes.
• Prepare quarterly group reporting under US GAAP and local GAAP.
• Serve as senior finance contact for regional and group stakeholders.
• Partner with tax to support statutory and tax reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with external advisors in Belgium, Switzerland and Sweden.
• Support internal and external audits with documentation and explanations.
• Ensure regulatory reporting and SOx controls compliance.
• Drive improvements in reporting processes and Workday automation.
• Adhere to FCA conduct rules and participate in ad hoc finance projects.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Financial Reporting Accountant (12 Months FTC) – London

We are seeking an experienced and qualified finance professional to join our London team on a 12-month fixed-term contract as a Senior Financial Reporting Accountant. Reporting to the Reporting Manager, this role plays a key part in delivering high-quality financial reporting and ensuring compliance across our international entities.

This position offers significant exposure to multi-jurisdictional reporting, regulatory compliance, audit coordination, and finance transformation initiatives within a global environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting activities for UK and European entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to relevant accounting standards.
• Oversee general ledger integrity, reconciliations, and period-end close processes.
• Prepare and review quarterly group reporting under US GAAP and applicable local GAAP frameworks.
• Serve as a senior finance contact for regional and group stakeholders.
• Partner closely with the tax function to support statutory and tax reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with external advisors in Belgium, Switzerland, and Sweden to ensure compliance with local statutory obligations.
• Support internal and external audit processes, providing documentation and technical explanations where required.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements and internal SOx controls.
• Drive improvements in financial systems and reporting processes, including automation initiatives within Workday.
• Perform all duties in line with FCA Individual Conduct Rules.
• Contribute to ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

You are a technically strong, commercially aware finance professional who brings both rigour and initiative to your work. You are comfortable operating in a fast-paced, international environment and can confidently manage competing priorities.

You will bring:

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, US GAAP, and IFRS.
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting within a multi-entity or international environment.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and prioritise effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong Microsoft Office proficiency.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and a collaborative mindset.