Finance Assistant jobs in United Kingdom

Are you an ACA/ACCA qualified accountant with strong technical financial reporting experience? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing Business Services team within a leading professional services firm.

This very high performing team provides the full complement of outsourced services to clients across the spectrum, with a focus on the Financial Services sector. With a growing demand for technical financial reporting expertise, the team is now seeking a qualified accountant to play a key role in delivering quality client services and supporting the continued development of this service line.

• Managing a diverse client portfolio and delivering statutory accounts under UK GAAP and IFRS


• Preparing detailed consolidation workings and liaising with auditors to support the year-end process


• Researching, drafting, and responding to client technical queries on IFRS and UK GAAP reporting


• Supporting managers and partners on client pitches and technical projects


• Supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members, providing guidance and feedback


• Maintaining a small portfolio of clients requiring management accounts and VAT reporting

• ACA or ACCA qualified with strong statutory accounts experience


• Solid knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102 essential) and ideally exposure to IFRS


• Previous client-facing experience, ideally within the financial services sector


• Audit experience and CaseWare knowledge would be advantageous

• A comprehensive wellbeing offering, including access to private GP services, discounted gym memberships, and regular wellness initiatives


• Financial perks such as season ticket loans, interest-free tech loans, and exclusive retail discounts


• Support for personal and professional growth through structured learning pathways, study support, and in-house development programmes


• Time away when you need it most – including generous holiday allowance, flexible working options, and enhanced parental leave policies

If you are looking for a varied role in a Top 30 firm, making use of your Audit and Accounting experience then apply now!

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