Senior Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant (Audit Specialist)

4 Month FTC - can be extended & the company is growing!

Up to £65k depending on experience
Farringdon London | Hybrid - 3 days in around ME. 2 days a week normal weeks

Are you a qualified Financial Accountant, ideally with an Audit background looking to make an impact in a growing, dynamic business?

Our client, a successful retailer with over 30 stores across the UK and US (and plans to open 5 more soon), is preparing for itsfirst audit early next year. With exciting growth on the horizon, they need your expertise to ensure they're audit-ready and set for the next phase of their journey!

Joining a collaborative team of 4, you'll report directly to the Senior Finance Manager (SFM) and CFO, playing a critical role in ensuring the company's financial records are in top shape ready for Audit next year.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting bank reconciliations in their new accounting system (Xero) to ensure accuracy.
• Tracking and digitising paper records while resolving any discrepancies.
• Taking ownership of statutory accounts and collaborating with the SFM to prepare for the audit.
• Partnering with the SFM and CFO on ad-hoc projects and driving solutions.
• VAT Reports - ensuring calculated correctly
• Support the SFM with system improvements
• Analysing findings and supporting the wider finance team with follow-up actions.
• Business partner with stakeholders and wider teams across the business

• ACA/ACCA qualified, with training and experience in a Practice environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with audit standards.
• A meticulous eye for detail and a natural ability to dig deep into data.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills - you thrive as part of a team.
• A flexible, proactive mindset to tackle challenges and adapt to changing priorities.

• The chance to join a growing international retailer at an exciting point in their journey.
• The opportunity to make a real impact, shaping the company's audit processes and financial practices.
• A supportive and dynamic team environment with plenty of career development opportunities.

Apply Now!

If you're ready to bring your audit expertise to a thriving retail business and enjoy the challenge of helping them prepare for their first audit, we'd love to hear from you!

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