At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial processes, drive improvements, and mentor team members in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join an award-winning financial services organisation in the heart of Leeds.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborate with senior stakeholders and be part of exciting finance change projects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on finance operations while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
Hedgerway are partnering a leading financial services organisation to hire a Senior Financial Accountant. Based in Leeds city centre, this opportunity offers the chance to join an award winning organisation, where you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping finance processes, driving improvements, and mentoring others.
In this role, you’ll be at the heart of accounting, balance sheet and control activities – ensuring accuracy, consistency and insight. From leading investigations into complex issues to refining systems and processes, you’ll have the scope to make a real difference. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, auditors, and colleagues across both onshore and offshore teams, while also helping to embed a culture of continuous improvement.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Leading balance sheet reviews and investigations
- Driving process improvements across finance operations
- Delivering meaningful variance and trend analysis to stakeholders
- Mentoring and developing colleagues within the team
- Playing an active role in finance change projects and programmes
What We’re Looking For:
- A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and control mindset
- Experience resolving complex accounting issues
- A natural problem-solver with a focus on risk mitigation and process improvement
- Confident with Excel and comfortable with accounting systems
- Leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and guide others
- Hybrid working (2 days in the office)
Senior Financial Accountant in Leeds employer: HedgerWay Senior Financial Recruitment
As a leading financial services organisation in Leeds, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel. With a strong emphasis on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities, mentorship programmes, and a hybrid working arrangement that promotes work-life balance. Join us to be part of a dynamic team where your contributions are valued and rewarded.
Contact Details:
HedgerWay Senior Financial Recruitment Recruitment Team
