Senior Financial Accountant- 6 Month Contract - Fintech/Lending
- London | Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days WFH
- Pay Rate: £500 - £600 per day via umbrella (dependant on experience)
We are supporting a fast-growing fintech business specialising in lending with the appointment of an experienced Qualified Senior Financial Accountant on an initial 6-month contract.
Accepted applicants must be a Qualified Accountant. You must come from a banking or lending background, with hands on experience in statutory accounting and audit.
Candidates must be immediately available or able to start within a maximum 2-week notice period.
Responsibilities
- Taking ownership of the statutory accounts and year-end audit process
- Acting as the key finance contact for external auditors and managing audit queries through to resolution
- Overseeing financial control, month-end close and balance sheet integrity
- Providing technical accounting input across lending and financing arrangements
- Reviewing and strengthening finance processes, controls and governance
- Supporting regulatory and financial reporting requirements within a regulated financial services environment
- Producing high-quality financial information for senior management and other external stakeholders
- Providing financial input into funding, capital and wider strategic initiatives
- Leading and developing the existing finance team
- Identifying opportunities to improve the efficiency and scalability of the finance function
Requirements
- Qualified accountant (ACA preferred)
- Background within banking, lending or specialist financial services
- Strong statutory accounting and external audit experience
- Excellent technical accounting knowledge, ideally including financial instruments and lending structures
- Experience operating in a regulated environment
- Proven ability to take ownership of financial controls and reporting
- Comfortable working hands-on and independently in a fast-moving business
- Experience managing finance professionals
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders and external advisers
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Senior Financial Accountant -6m Contract - Fintech/Lending employer: International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP)
Join a leading global bank that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture in the heart of London. With a focus on professional development, this role offers you the chance to enhance your skills in a dynamic international banking environment while enjoying the benefits of hybrid working. The bank is committed to supporting your growth through exposure to diverse teams and projects, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP) Recruitment Team
