Financial Accountant

£50,000 | 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Hybrid (2 Days Office-Based)
Are you a technically strong Financial Accountant who thrives on turning complex data into meaningful insight?
We're working with a forward-thinking organisation looking for an experienced Financial Accountant to join their team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal role, partnering closely with the Head of Financial Accounting and influencing decision-making at a strategic level.

What You'll Be Doing

This is a broad, hands-on financial accounting role with real visibility across the organisation. Key responsibilities include:

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  Supporting the production of statutory accounts and regulatory returns
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  Leading on VAT returns, corporation tax oversight and tax disclosures
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  Coordinating internal and external audits, managing timelines and stakeholder inputs
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  Overseeing implementation of audit recommendations
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  Full balance sheet management, including reconciliations and provisions
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  Supporting development of financial information for internal reporting and statutory submissions
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  Building and refining financial models to inform decision-making
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  Assisting with financial planning and forecasting cycles
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  Maintaining and reporting on the fixed asset register, ensuring compliance with reporting standards and capitalisation policies
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  Supporting the review and update of key financial policies
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  Contributing to month-end, quarter-end and year-end processes
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  Strengthening financial controls and governance across the finance function

This is a role for someone who enjoys both technical accuracy and adding commercial insight.

What We're Looking For

You'll likely be:

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  A qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
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  Experienced in statutory reporting and regulatory returns
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  Confident managing audits and liaising with external stakeholders
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  Strong on balance sheet control and financial governance
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  Comfortable working to tight timetables
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  Proactive, organised, and detail-driven
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  A confident communicator who can work cross-functionally