Senior Financial Accountant
Financial Accountant
- Annual Salary: £55,000 + bonus
- Location: Staines
- Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join our team in London. This hands-on role involves broad responsibilities, including oversight of financial reporting submissions and day-to-day accounting operations for two business units. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this position offers the opportunity to lead a team and engage deeply with financial management processes.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Prepare and submit monthly financial reports and associated schedules for the APPS business unit (DAS).
- Review and submit monthly reports for the Renewables business unit (REN).
- Oversee monthly IT internal recharges and control monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations.
- Manage the submission of figures in the consolidation pack to the head office for Sword IT Solutions Limited.
- Control month-end journal postings including WIP, prepayments, accruals, and holiday provisions for DAS and REN business units.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards relating to revenue recognition for DAS and REN projects and WIP.
- Reconcile monthly Management Accounts and produce monthly management analytic reports for DAS and REN.
- Manage half-year reviews and year-end statutory audits for the relevant business units.
- Prepare annual budgets with input from the Business Unit Directors.
- Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies and internal controls.
- Supervise, manage, and mentor two team members, providing ad-hoc support to the Finance Director and CFO.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Academic degree in Economics, Finance, or equivalent with relevant work experience.
- Fully qualified or in the final stages of qualification as an Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Experience in a project-driven accounting environment is an advantage.
- Proficiency with Sage 50 and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are preferred.
- Strong communication skills, adaptability, and comfort in changing environments.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- High attention to detail with strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and forward-thinking abilities.
- Proven experience in leading a finance team.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.
To apply for this Financial Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.