Lead Financial Accountant

3 weeks ago


Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom Vitae Financial Recruitment Full time £55,000 - £60,000
Position: Lead Financial Accountant
Location: Guildford, Surrey (Hybrid working)
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum plus excellent benefits including a 20% bonus

Our client, a well-known brand with a history of sustained growth, is seeking a highly skilled Financial Accountant to join their team. The organization promotes a flexible working environment and offers a promising career trajectory for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct monthly reviews of trial balances, profit and loss statements, and balance sheets for a designated portfolio of entities.
  • Collaborate with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to enhance forecast accuracy and analyze fluctuations in account balances.
  • Prepare schedules for regional reporting packages.
  • Execute journal entries and perform account reconciliations for general ledger accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and payroll across the region.
  • Engage with various business partners, including FP&A, Human Resources, and Marketing, to refine processes and ensure the precision of financial statements.
  • Identify opportunities for process enhancements and efficiency improvements.
  • Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and audits for specific entities.
  • Conduct ad-hoc strategic analyses to support new business initiatives.
  • Maintain and review documented procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate will hold a professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and possess a strong sense of ownership in their work, contributing to the collective goal of organizational growth. The role supports a hybrid working model, with approximately two days in the office and the remainder working remotely.

Company: Vitae Financial Recruitment
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