Year End Accountant

Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to support the finance function of a global business during a critical year-end and external audit period. This is a hands-on interim assignment involving managing statutory reporting, year-end close activities, and external audit processes within a fast-paced commercial environment.

Details:

Location: Guildford
Hybrid: 2 days in office after probation
Rate: £(Apply online only) p/d (outside IR35)
Contract: 8 weeks with potential to extend

Responsibilities

Support the delivery of month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring reporting deadlines are achieved accurately and efficiently
Prepare and review statutory accounts and supporting audit schedules in line with relevant accounting standards
Act as a key contact for external auditors, coordinating audit requests, resolving queries, and supporting the completion of the year-end audit process
Review balance sheet reconciliations, control accounts, accruals, prepayments, and financial adjustments to ensure accuracy and completeness
Assist with the preparation of financial reporting packs and supporting documentation for senior finance stakeholders
Identify process improvements across financial reporting, controls, and audit readiness to support a smooth and efficient close process

Requirements

Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) with strong financial accounting and reporting experience
Proven experience supporting or leading year-end close, statutory accounts preparation, and external audits within a commercial environment
Strong technical accounting knowledge, including balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls, accruals/prepayments, and audit documentation
Experience working with external auditors, ideally within larger or multi-entity organisations, with the ability to manage workloads and stakeholders effectively in a deadline-driven environment
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All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

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