Year End Accountant

SF Partners; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

SF Partners is seeking a Year End Accountant in the East Midlands (Nottingham). The temporary role focuses on preparing and finalising the company’s annual financial statements, performing reconciliations, and supporting the audit process.

You will collaborate with the finance team to collect data, ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, and deliver clear reports to management within deadlines. Based at the Nottingham office with occasional remote work possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience in a finance or accounting role with year end accounts responsibility.
• Experience in corporate or professional services environments is advantageous.
• Exposure to audit processes and liaising with external auditors.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Recognised professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and complete year end accounts and financial statements in compliance with accounting standards.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure data accuracy.
• Review and post adjusting journal entries.
• Assist with schedules and documentation for external audits.
• Analyse financial information to identify trends or issues for management.
• Collaborate with the finance team to verify data.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls during year end.
• Provide timely updates to management on year end progress.
• Support ad hoc reporting during the year end period.

Skills

Numerical ability

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication of financial information

Time management

Education

Recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent)

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related discipline

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Year End Accountant

Location: East Midlands, Nottinghamshire, Nottingham

Job Type: Temporary

Hours: Expected to work full-time hours (to be confirmed)

Salary: £350 per day

Job Description

The Year End Accountant is responsible for preparing and finalising the company's annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies. This role involves performing detailed reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy of financial data, and supporting the audit process. The post holder works closely with finance teams to gather relevant information, identify discrepancies, and provide clear financial reports to management within agreed deadlines.

Job Duties

• Prepare and complete year end accounts and financial statements in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations, including balance sheet reconciliations, to ensure data accuracy.
• Review and post adjusting journal entries necessary to correct financial records.
• Assist with the preparation of schedules and supporting documentation for external audits.
• Analyse financial information to identify trends, anomalies, or potential issues requiring management attention.
• Collaborate with other members of the finance team to gather and verify financial data.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies throughout the year end process.
• Provide clear and timely communication to management regarding the status of year end activities.
• Support any ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as required during the year end period.

Required Qualifications

• Recognised accounting qualification (such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and regulatory frameworks.

Education

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline is preferred but not essential if relevant professional qualifications and experience are demonstrated.

Experience

• Minimum of three years' experience working in a finance or accounting role with responsibility for year end accounts preparation.
• Experience working within a corporate or professional services environment is advantageous.
• Exposure to audit processes and liaising with external auditors.
• Proven ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong organisational and time management capabilities.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Previous temporary or contract experience in similar year end accounting roles.
• Familiarity with tax compliance requirements related to year end processes.

Working Conditions

• Based at the Nottingham office with the possibility of occasional remote working, subject to agreement.
• The role requires standard office hours, with potential for additional hours as necessary to meet deadlines.
• This is a temporary position expected to last for the duration of the year end period.
• A professional office environment with access to necessary equipment and resources.