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Job Advert: Year-End Accountant (3-Month Contract) | £50,000-£65,000 | Hybrid Working
Our client, a well-established and growing organisation, is seeking an experienced Year-End Accountant to join their finance team on a 3-month contract. This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified professional who can confidently take the accounts from trial balance to final accounts production.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the business during its year-end process and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Location: Hybrid (office-based 2-3 days/week)
Salary: £50,000-£65,000 pro rata
Contract Length: 3 months
Start Date: ASAP
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare year-end statutory accounts from trial balance
Liaise with external auditors and manage audit queries
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies
Review and adjust journal entries, accruals, and prepayments
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
Assist with tax computations and filing support (where applicable)
Provide insights and analysis to support the finance team during year-end
Ensure all reporting deadlines are met in a timely and accurate manner
Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to gather necessary financial data
Requirements:
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
Proven experience in year-end accounting and accounts preparation
Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102
Excellent Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software
Comfortable working independently and hitting the ground running
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
If you're a hands-on accountant with year-end experience and available to start immediately, we want to hear from you!
