Senior Financial Accountant in London

Senior Financial Accountant in London

London Full-Time 45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Handpicked Recruitment Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Prepare financial reports, analyse data, and support decision-making across the business.
  • Company: Join a multinational energy group with a dynamic and collaborative finance team.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, hybrid working, and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a leading sector with a focus on innovation.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while enhancing your financial expertise.
  • Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in financial reporting and strong analytical skills.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.

Location: London, Liverpool Street (Hybrid working – 2/3 days WFH)

Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 + discretionary bonus & comprehensive benefits package

Our client is a multinational energy group operating across a complex international footprint. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join their London finance team.

Reporting directly to the Head of Accounting, this role will play a key part in supporting financial reporting, analysis, and stakeholder reporting requirements across the business.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packs
  • Perform detailed balance sheet and P&L analysis, investigating key variances and trends
  • Review financial information prepared by external advisers and challenge outputs where appropriate
  • Support month-end and year-end reporting processes
  • Prepare reconciliations, reporting schedules, and financial commentary
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting activities
  • Support board, lender, and investor reporting requirements
  • Liaise with external auditors and professional advisers throughout reporting cycles
  • Identify opportunities to enhance reporting processes, controls, and efficiencies
  • Partner with stakeholders across finance and the wider business to support decision-making

Requirements

  • ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualified accountant
  • Trained within a Big 4 or Top 10 accountancy practice with an external audit background
  • 1-3 years of industry experience gained following qualification
  • US GAAP experience would be beneficial
  • Oil & Gas, Energy, Infrastructure, or Natural Resources sector experience would be advantageous
  • Strong financial reporting, analytical, and review skills
  • Experience preparing or reviewing management reporting and financial analysis
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail
  • Confident communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders across the business
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment

Senior Financial Accountant in London employer: Handpicked Recruitment Limited

Join a dynamic finance team that values collaboration and professional growth, offering a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. As a Finance Assistant, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages continuous learning and development, while contributing to meaningful financial processes in a fast-paced environment. With competitive remuneration and the opportunity to enhance your skills, this role is perfect for those seeking a rewarding career in finance.

Handpicked Recruitment Limited

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Financial Accountant in London

Financial Reporting
Balance Sheet Analysis
P&L Analysis
Budgeting
Forecasting
Cash Flow Reporting
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