* 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.
* 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)
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