Financial Accountant in London

I am supporting a high growth, private equity backed international group in the appointment of a Financial Accountant into its group finance function. This is a business that has scaled rapidly over the last two years, both in the UK and internationally, creating the kind of complexity and technical exposure that makes this an outstanding opportunity for both first time movers from practice and candidates already established in industry finance.

The role sits within a small, highly capable group financial reporting team that acts as the technical hub for the wider finance function. You will report into an experienced Group Finance Manager, with regular exposure to senior leadership and the CFO, and operate in a flat, collaborative environment where ideas are welcomed and challenged constructively.

Why this role works for first time movers from practice:

• The business offers a rare first move into industry where technical skills are genuinely valued.
• The scope of the role mirrors many of the challenges faced in practice, including complex consolidations, multi jurisdiction reporting, VAT and intercompany, but with the added benefit of ownership, commercial context and the chance to see the full end to end process.
• There is strong support, a sensible handover, and a leadership team that has a proven track record of developing and promoting people who perform.

Why this role works for candidates already in industry:

• This role offers increased technical depth, international exposure and a clear step towards senior group reporting positions.
• The team has grown through internal promotion, and there is a visible pathway into more senior roles for those who demonstrate capability and drive.

The role will include:

• Preparation of UK group statutory accounts across a large multi entity structure.
• Supporting overseas audits, working closely with international finance teams.
• Involvement in tax accounting across multiple jurisdictions with local support.
• Ownership of consolidations, intercompany and VAT reporting.
• Acting as a technical point of contact for finance teams across the group.
• Regular collaboration with senior stakeholders and directors.

The role is based in Coventry, with a hybrid working pattern of three days in the office. Travel to the London head office is required approximately once per quarter, alongside attendance at company events to build commercial understanding of how the numbers are generated.

What they are looking for:

• A qualified accountant, or a strong part qualified accountant with relevant experience.
• Candidates moving from practice or already in industry are equally encouraged.
• Exposure to consolidations, intercompany and VAT reporting.
• Experience within a multi entity environment, ideally with international elements.
• A proactive, can do attitude and strong team ethic.

What’s on offer:

• Salary of £50,000 plus annual bonus, historically paid at 100%.
• 25 days holiday plus pension.
• Hybrid working.
• International exposure within a growing group.
• Clear and proven progression, evidenced by recent internal promotions.
• Optional performance related equity participation.

This hire is part of long term succession planning following an internal promotion, and interviews are already underway. If you are considering your first move from practice, or you are in industry and looking to step into a broader, more technical international role with clear progression, this opportunity stands out in the current market.