Full job description

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