Financial Accountant Immediate Start
Job Title: Financial Accountant – 6-Month Contract Location: Slough, UK (Hybrid)Employment Type: Full-time, Temporary (6 months)
A leading international provider of enterprise software solutions for the travel industry is seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join its Finance team on a six-month temporary basis. This is a key role supporting the Group Financial Controller in the preparation, analysis, and presentation of financial data critical to the decision-making process at senior levels.
About the RoleThis role is well-suited to an experienced accountant with a strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and hands-on experience using Xero accounting software. You will take ownership of one of the Group’s trading entities, ensuring accuracy in financial records and compliance with relevant standards.
Key Responsibilities-
Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes including journal entries, payroll, R&D accounting, and intercompany transactions.
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Take full ownership of revenue recognition for one of the trading entities, ensuring correct application of accounting standards from order through to invoicing.
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Perform reconciliations of financial statement line items and provide detailed variance analysis to budget.
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Maintain accurate accounting records for P&L and balance sheet activities.
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Oversee and update the Group’s financial model with historical and forecast data.
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Assist with Group payroll forecasting and cash flow management.
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Manage financial operations for the Australian legal entity.
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Support statutory reporting, tax filings, audit preparation, and compliance with accounting standards.
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Contribute to group-level reports and provide support for annual budget preparation.
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Statutory accounts preparation for UK entities
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Presentation of P&L and variance analysis in management review meetings
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Client profitability and performance analysis
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Wider involvement in Group consolidation and reporting
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Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
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Minimum of 2 years in a similar financial accounting role
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Proven experience with revenue recognition and its application in complex business models
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Strong proficiency in Xero accounting software
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Excellent Microsoft Excel skills (advanced level)
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Analytical and detail-focused approach with strong commercial awareness
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Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines
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High standard of written and verbal communication
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Proven track record of handling confidential information with discretion
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Experience in the technology or software sector
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Degree-level education
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Familiarity with Power BI or similar reporting tools
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This position is based in Slough, UK. During probation, you will be required to work from the office full-time. A hybrid model (3 days in-office, 2 remote) is available thereafter.
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Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and able to commute to the Slough office regularly.
- Company
- Signet Resources
- Location
- Slough, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Contractor
- Salary
- £275 - £350 per day
- Posted
- Company
- Signet Resources
- Location
- Slough, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Contractor
- Salary
- £275 - £350 per day
- Posted