Financial Accountant

Group Financial Accountant | 12‑Month Maternity Cover | Warwickshire | Hybrid (after training) | Full‑time | £40,000–£50,000 + excellent benefits + retention bonus

This is an exciting opportunity for a Financial Accountant to join a dynamic and growing business that truly values its people. You will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting and providing insights that drive decision‑making; while enjoying a supportive culture, great benefits, and flexibility with hybrid working.

If you’re looking for a role that offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to broaden your experience across group consolidation, management accounts, and statutory reporting, this could be the perfect role for you.

The Company

Seymour John are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a well‑established and growing organisation in Warwickshire to recruit a Group Financial Accountant, for a maternity cover contract. The role is expected to run for approximately 12 months, starting in February/March.

The Opportunity

This maternity cover position will work alongside another existing Group Financial Accountant, providing support and assistance with key financial processes. The role will ensure continuity and accuracy in reporting and compliance, while sharing responsibilities with the current team member.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with group consolidation during the month‑end process
• Supporting the preparation of Board reports, including KPI analysis
• Preparing month‑end reports and management accounts
• Completing reconciliations for debtors, creditors, bank accounts, and intercompany balances
• Providing financial insights to help guide business decisions
• Contributing to the annual external audit process
• Assisting with statutory financial reporting requirements
• Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns
• Responding to queries from internal teams and external stakeholders
• Completing business surveys as required
• Taking on ad hoc tasks to support the wider finance team

Remuneration and Benefits

• Company pension
• Health cash plan & Employee Assistance Programme
• Hybrid working options
• Regular company events

Personal Profile

We’re looking for a proactive, detail‑driven finance professional who enjoys working collaboratively and takes pride in delivering high‑quality results. You will bring a strong understanding of UK financial reporting standards, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to interpret and clearly communicate financial data. You will be confident using advanced Excel functions and managing complex spreadsheets, with a team‑focused approach and strong communication skills. We’re open to both qualified and part‑qualified candidates.

For further information please contact Joe Woodall at Seymour John Ltd – joe@seymourjohn.com – 07480664577

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Finance