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Senior Financial Accountant

Marks Sattin
Posted 23 days ago, valid for 25 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The company is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant for a 12-15 month maternity cover contract in a fast-paced, international environment.
  • Candidates must be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in a Financial Services context.
  • The role involves responsibilities such as monthly accounts preparation, leading the year-end audit process, and supporting finance transformation initiatives.
  • The position offers a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.
  • Salary details are not specified, but the role requires strong knowledge of US GAAP and advanced Excel skills.

Are you an experienced financial accountant looking to take on a dynamic role in a fast-paced, international environment? We're seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join a high-performing finance team and support the financial operations of multiple global entities across the UK, USA, and Asia for an initial 12-15 month contract.

This business works on a hybrid basis of 3 days per week in the office and 2 days from home.

About the Role

This is a maternity cover position offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity and strategic growth of a global advisory firm. You'll be responsible for:

  • Monthly Accounts: End-to-end preparation for UK and USA entities, with oversight of Asian entities (including Singapore).
  • Year-End Accounts & Audit: Leading the audit process, preparing year-end accounts and audit schedules, and liaising with external auditors.
  • Regulatory Returns: Preparing financial data for regulatory submissions across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Strategic Projects: Supporting finance transformation initiatives and process improvements.

You'll report directly to the Financial Controller and play a key role in shaping the finance function during a period of continued business expansion.

What We're Looking For
  • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with 3+ years post-qualification experience.
  • Experience working in a Financial Services environment but wider professional services is also accepted.
  • Strong working knowledge of US GAAP.
  • Advanced Excel skills (vlookup, pivot tables).
  • Strong attention to detail, highly organised, and proactive.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience with accounting software (e.g., Business Central or similar).

Candidates on more than 2 months notice cannot be considered for this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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