Financial Accountant
East London | Hybrid Working
-55,00060,000 + Benefits

Vitae Financial Recruitment is partnering with a leading international organisation to recruit a Financial Accountant into its UK finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to take ownership of financial reporting, statutory compliance and month-end processes within a well-established business with a wider EMEA and global presence.

Offering a broad and varied remit, the role combines hands-on financial accounting, management reporting, audit and process improvement, with opportunities to contribute to systems development and wider business performance.

The Role
- Take ownership of the month-end close, including management accounts, revenue recognition, balance sheet reporting and cash flow.
- Produce detailed variance analysis against budget and prior year, providing clear commentary and insight into financial performance.
- Manage balance sheet reconciliations, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
- Coordinate audit requirements and support the preparation of tax returns and related reconciliations.
- Monitor KPIs and prepare financial reports to support business decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, statutory requirements and internal controls.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to improve financial performance and reporting processes.
- Support budgeting, quarterly forecasting and ad hoc financial analysis.
- Contribute to the implementation of new ERP and business systems, alongside improvements to financial policies and procedures.

About You
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.
- At least five years'' accounting experience, with a strong grounding in financial reporting and accounting principles.
- Experience managing month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to investigate variances and communicate findings effectively.
- Experience working within an EMEA or global business would be advantageous.
- Audit exposure, staff management experience or involvement in systems implementation would be beneficial.
- Confident using Excel and financial ERP systems; NetSuite experience would be an advantage.
- Highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable working in a varied, hands-on role.
- A second European language would be a strong advantage.

What''s on Offer?
- Salary of -55,00060,000, depending on experience.
- Benefits package.
- Hybrid working in East London.
- Broad financial accounting responsibility within an international environment.
- Exposure to systems development, process improvement and wider business operations.

Interested? If you''re a qualified accountant looking for a varied Financial Accountant role with international exposure and the opportunity to make a tangible contribution, we''d welcome a conversation.

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