Group Financial Accountant - First industry move in London

Morson Edge Finance is supporting the appointment of a Group Financial Accountant for Urenco. Urgenco, a global leader in low‑carbon energy, is looking for a Group Financial Accountant to join the team at the Paddington Head Office. The role involves maintaining accurate consolidated accounts, preparing and reviewing consolidated financial statements, and supporting interim and year‑end external audit processes in accordance with IFRS and the Group Accounting Manual.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of monthly consolidated financial statements.
• Preparation of Group consolidations within BPC.
• Supporting the production of the Annual Report and Interim Financial Statements.
• Preparing and reviewing financial statement disclosures and supporting notes.
• Acting as a key point of contact for international finance teams.
• Supporting interim and year‑end external audits.
• Preparing Head Office subsidiary accounts.
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities through provision of Group reporting data.
• Maintaining robust financial controls and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assisting with statutory and regulatory reporting requirements, including ONS submissions.

What you need to thrive in this role

• ACA qualified, trained within a Big 4 accountancy practice.
• 1‑2 years post‑qualified experience.
• Strong technical accounting and consolidation experience.
• Exposure to IFRS reporting environments.
• Experience working with multi‑currency consolidations.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple reporting deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive and collaborative approach, with a genuine desire to learn and develop.

Candidates will NOT be considered if the portfolio is heavily financial services biased. Your CV submission must demonstrate alignment with the role and be tailored specifically to the position. Demonstrating quick progression in your current role will be considered favourably.

What can you expect from Urenco

• 27 days annual leave.
• Generous annual bonus scheme linked to personal and company performance.
• Comprehensive range of family‑friendly policies.
• Highly competitive pension scheme.
• Hybrid working with up to two remote days per week, flexible start and finish times, and a 1.30pm finish every Friday.
• Flexible benefits package, including life assurance and income protection, with the opportunity to tailor additional benefits.
• Paid time off for volunteering activities.
• Access to private medical and dental insurance schemes.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities, including structured training programmes and ongoing professional development.

Security vetting

All personnel, regardless of employment status, are required to obtain security clearance appropriate for the role. Clearance is assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance. Successful candidates must satisfy all security requirements; offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks.

Diversity and inclusion

Urenco is a truly international organisation operating across the UK, USA, Germany and the Netherlands. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued and every voice is heard. Reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process are welcomed.