Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company
Your new company are a leader in their field based in Castle Donington and are looking for a fully qualified Financial Accountant with a practice background to join their team on a permanent basis.
Your new role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to support a multi-entity group environment. This role is responsible for statutory reporting, audit coordination, and technical accounting support, ensuring high-quality financial outputs and robust audit processes.
Key ResponsibilitiesPreparation of statutory financial statements for group entitiesSupport with group consolidations and reporting requirements
Coordinate and manage the external audit process across multiple entities
Prepare and review audit deliverables, including audit packs and supporting documentation
Develop and implement standardised processes, controls, and audit templates
Produce and review key balance sheet reconciliations for quarter-end and year-end reporting
Draft technical accounting papers (UK GAAP and/or US GAAP as applicable)
Maintain and update group accounting policies and procedures
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external advisors on audit and reporting matters
Drive audit timelines using tracking tools to ensure timely completion
Support senior leadership with ad hoc projects and financial insights
What you'll need to succeed
- Ideally, a 2nd time mover from practice
- Team-oriented with a collaborative approach
- Highly organised and detail-focused, with a hands-on mindset.
- Strong communication skills, able to engage across all levels
- Works effectively in fast-paced environments with a flexible, results-driven approach
- Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving capability
- Resilient and adaptable when dealing with uncertainty.
- Confident in making and influencing key decisions
- Positive, proactive attitude with the ability to challenge constructively
Qualifications
Professionally qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA/ACA or equivalent)Background in professional practiceExperience
External audit experience essential
Strong knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS, UK GAAP; US GAAP an advantage)
Industry experience (e.g. manufacturing) beneficial
Proven ability to deliver audits within deadlines
Familiarity with financial systems (e.g. enterprise reporting tools) advantageous
Advanced Excel and MS Office skills essential
What you'll get in return
- Up to £85,000 depending on experience + 10% Bonus
- Hybrid working – 2 days on site
- Potential international travel on occasion
- 5% pension contribution
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Monday to Thursday 8.30am – 5pm Friday 8.30am – 2.10pm
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