Financial Accountant
*Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
*Location: Central London
*Salary: £57,500 - £62,500 per annum plus benefits, depending on experience
Reed Finance are partnering with a well-established real estate investment and property management firm on the recruitment for a Financial Accountant to join their experienced financial reporting team. This role will contribute to delivering accurate and timely financial information to key stakeholders.
This role is ideal for a newly qualified mid-sized practice trained accountant with an interest in property, taking their first role outside practice who has experience within producing financial statements and in accounts preparation.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Prepare statutory and non-statutory financial statements for Trusts, Partnerships, and Limited Companies on an interim and annual basis, including consolidations, cash flow statements, statement of changes in equity, and tax reconciliation notes.
*Own the resolution of external auditor’s queries.
*Perform trust and corporate tax computations, prepare VAT returns and compliance, and maintain Capital Allowance for development expenditure.
*Manage day-to-day relationships with service providers and perform nominal ledger reviews and reconciliations.
*Handle ad hoc duties as they arise.
*Support the FP&A team with budgeting and forecasting.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Fully Qualified Accountant - ACA / ACCA.
*Proficiency in working on an accounts production software.
*Must have experience producing financial statements.
*Good understanding of FRS102 and a working knowledge of VAT.
*Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
*Strong written and verbal communication skills, high attention to detail, ability to manage workload and prioritise to meet deadlines, and strong team player attributes.
*Proficiency in CCH accounts production software is desirable
*Working knowledge of income tax and capital gains tax, is advantageous
*Knowledge of partial exemption for VAT in relation to the property industry would be highly desirable
*Property sector experience or qualification within an Accounting Practice, is highly desirable
Benefits:
*Opportunity to work in a B Corp certified, forward-thinking property company committed to high standards of social and environmental performance.
*Engage in a role that offers continuous improvement and professional development in a supportive environment.
*Be part of a team that values respect, ethics, inclusivity, integrity, and moral courage.
To apply for this Financial Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.