At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial reporting and compliance in a dynamic business services environment.
- Company: Join a well-established organisation known for its strong financial foundations.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and a focus on career progression.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact on high-stakes projects while developing your accounting skills.
- Qualifications: ACA or ACCA qualified with strong technical accounting knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
The Financial Accountant will lead financial reporting, compliance, and statutory processes within a fast-paced, growing business services environment. Based in Cheltenham, this role requires a technically strong, detail-focused accountant to deliver high-quality financial information.
This opportunity is with a well-established, growing business services organisation, known for its strong financial foundations and high standards. The business offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on development.
Description- Lead the preparation of statutory financial statements for group entities and the consolidated accounts, ensuring compliance with FRS 102.
- Manage the month-end process for the balance sheet, including reconciliations, intercompany balances, and group consolidations.
- Own the external audit process, acting as the main point of contact and coordinating audit deliverables.
- Strengthen and maintain financial controls across the group, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Support acquisitions, integrations, and finance projects, including system improvements.
- Liaise with tax advisors and support corporation tax and VAT compliance activities.
- Provide technical accounting expertise across the business, supporting and upskilling junior team members.
- Partner with wider finance teams to improve reporting accuracy and provide insight.
A successful Financial Accountant should have:
- ACA or ACCA qualified
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, including experience with group consolidations and FRS 102
- Background in audit or practice, with a solid grounding in statutory reporting
- Experience managing or supporting external audit processes
- High attention to detail with the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
- A proactive, hands-on approach with the confidence to take ownership
- Strong communication skills, able to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and support junior team members
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office) in central Cheltenham
- Strong focus on progression and development within a growing finance function
- Exposure to high-impact projects including systems improvements, acquisitions, and technical accounting work
- Collaborative, fast-paced environment with a supportive and ambitious team culture
- Competitive Salary
If you meet the criteria and are excited about the opportunity to join a leading organisation in Cheltenham, apply today to take the next step in your career as a Financial Accountant!
Financial Accountant in Cheltenham employer: Michael Page
Join a well-established and growing business services organisation in Cheltenham, where you will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that prioritises employee development and progression. With a strong focus on high-quality financial reporting and compliance, this role offers exposure to impactful projects and the opportunity to upskill within a supportive team culture. Enjoy the benefits of hybrid working and a competitive salary while contributing to the success of a company known for its robust financial foundations.
