Financial Accountant

b Overview /b p In this fixed-term Financial Accountant role, you will deliver precise financial accounting and robust control over the balance sheet. You will work with the Financial Reporting and Compliance team to prepare financial statements and support year-end audits across LSE and its subsidiaries. You’ll reconcile accounts, monitor treasury-related reporting, and provide clear financial insight to non-financial staff. This position offers a chance to contribute to a large, diverse university finance function and develop leadership in a collaborative environment. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li occupational pension scheme /li li generous annual leave /li li hybrid working /li li excellent training and development opportunities /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Oversee financial accounting activities and ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliation /li li Implement and review financial controls to support reliability and compliance /li li Prepare and report monthly balance sheet and cash flow for LSE and related entities /li li Manage and report on subsidiaries financial performance /li li Coordinate year-end audit processes and support external audit interactions /li li Supervise a team of up to 3 staff /li li Support treasury management activities and intercompany reconciliations /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Substantial financial accounting experience /li li ACA/ACCA qualification /li li Strong organisational skills and attention to detail /li li Excellent oral and written communication skills /li li Ability to communicate financial issues clearly to non-financial staff /li li Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (look-up functions, if/sum-if, pivot tables) /li /ul ul li attention to detail /li li clear written and verbal communication /li li ability to explain complex financial concepts simply /li li Microsoft Excel (lookup, if, sum-if, pivot tables) /li li financial accounting and reporting processes /li li balance sheet reconciliation /li /ul