Accountant

This role is a hands-on accounting position responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations, including ledgers, reconciliations, payments, and reporting across multiple entities. It suits someone with practice or LLP experience who wants ownership of finance processes in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment.

Client Details

An established and growing financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Accountant to join its finance team. This is a hands-on role suited to candidates from an accountancy practice or LLP background who are comfortable managing end-to-end accounting processes in a fast-paced environment.

You will play a key role in supporting financial operations, maintaining strong controls, and ensuring accurate reporting across multiple entities.

Description

Financial Operations

Manage purchase and sales ledgers, along with bank reconciliations
Prepare journals, accruals, and prepayments
Process and oversee payment runs, including BACS, Faster Payments, and international transfers
Manage multi-currency transactions

Reporting & Reconciliation

Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies
Analyse aged debtors and creditors, providing clear commentary
Reconcile financial data across internal systems

Compliance & Controls

Support VAT return preparation and regulatory reporting
Maintain strong internal controls and finance procedures
Ensure accuracy and timeliness across accounts processes

Client & Account Management

Manage invoicing, statements, and credit control
Support debt recovery and maintain client account records

Team & Process Improvement

Support junior finance staff where required
Maintain and improve financial processes and documentation

Group Accounting

Assist with maintaining accounts across multiple entities

Profile

Essential Requirements

Strong bookkeeping and financial accounting experience
Experience handling payments and bank processes
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and take ownership

Desirable

Experience with Xero or similar systems
Experience with multi-entity/group accounting

Job Offer

Competitive salary based on experience
Modern office environment with free parking
Exposure to broad finance responsibilities