Financial Accountant

1 week ago


London, UK, United Kingdom Robert Half Full time

Job Title: Financial Accountant - Internal controls and compliance

Location: Chiswick, London - Hybrid Working

Industry: FMCG

Salary: £60,000


Company

Robert Half has partnered with a fast-paced global FMCG business based in Chiswick, London, looking for a Financial Accountant (internal controls and compliance focus) to join their growing finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your expertise in financial controls, regulatory compliance, and reporting within a creative and supporting environment.


The Role

As a Financial Accountant (internal controls and compliance), you will report directly to the Senior Finance Manager and play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the company’s internal controls framework. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy.
  • Leading the development and maintenance of processes and controls to ensure compliance with SOX/US GAAP requirements and internal policies.
  • Supporting and improving monthly consolidations for group reporting.
  • Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards.
  • Staying up to date with regulatory changes and best practices to ensure the business remains compliant and informed.
  • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to strengthen process efficiencies and address control weaknesses.
  • Driving continuous improvement initiatives in financial reporting and internal controls.
  • Ad hoc projects where required


About You

To thrive in this role, you will need:

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a strong technical accounting and controls background.
  • Experience in either a practice environment (recently qualified) or industry financial reporting with SOX exposure or a strong understanding of internal controls frameworks.
  • Advantageous if audited large/listed clients or familiarity with large business environments and the ability to navigate complex reporting structures.
  • A proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to identify and resolve issues effectively.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory changes and a commitment to staying updated on accounting standards and compliance requirements.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.



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