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Financial Reporting Accountant

London Temporary £60,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
Michael Page is currently recruiting for a leading Financial Services firm based in Central London, seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to join them on a 9-month fixed-term basis to cover an interim requirement. This role offers an immediate start for the successful applicant.
  • Immediate start role offering hybrid working
  • Join a leading Financial Services offering diverse & inclusive culture

About Our Client

Michael Page is currently recruiting for a leading Financial Services firm based in Central London, seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to join them on a 9-month fixed-term basis to cover an interim requirement. This role offers an immediate start for the successful applicant.

Our client is based in Central London, with excellent transport links and a hybrid working model, allowing two days of remote work per week. Specialising in the Financial Services sector, they have a strong market reputation and are one of the largest Investors in London.

Job Description



As Financial Reporting Accountant, your main responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

  • Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Liaise with business and shared services colleagues for robust financial reporting.
  • Assist in the preparation of annual statutory accounts under UK GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP.
  • Support the annual audit process, including financial statement preparation.
  • Prepare quarterly Board reports and other required financial documents.
  • Manage inter-company and third-party invoicing, ensuring timely collection of receipts.
  • Review, update, and reconcile the general ledger for assigned legal entities.
  • Maintain and enhance the financial control framework, including process documentation.
  • Assist in developing accounting policies, procedures, and internal guidance.
  • Contribute to process improvement projects related to reporting and controls.
  • analyse data and challenge inconsistencies to ensure data is robust and variances are understood and explained.
  • Will work closely with the internal Accounting team, reporting into the Finance Director.



The Successful Applicant

  • Degree in a relevant field and a professional accounting qualification (or part-qualified - ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
  • Strong experience in financial reporting under UK GAAP, IFRS (including IFRS 16, 15, and 9), and US GAAP.
  • Knowledge of FRS 101 & 102, financial statement preparation, consolidation, and implementation of new standards.
  • Experience in maintaining control frameworks and documenting controls.
  • Background in external and internal audits, including liaising with stakeholders to ensure timely completion.
  • Strong analytical skills to assess data, identify inconsistencies, and explain variances.
  • Excellent communication skills for explaining technical accounting issues clearly, both verbally and in writing.
  • Proficient in Excel and other office technologies.



What's on Offer

Immediate start + Central London based role + Leading Financial Services firm + Hybrid working offering 2 days from home per week + 9 month fixed contract + Diverse & inclusive culture + Driven and friendly working environment + Salary ranging from £60,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience)

Contact
Erin Smart
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6696405
Phone number
+44 20 7269 2579

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Accounting
Sector
Financial Services
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Erin Smart
Consultant phone
+44 20 7269 2579
Job reference
JN-032025-6696405