17 Financial Accounting jobs in the United Kingdom
Financial Accounting Manager
Posted 9 days ago
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Job Description
Financial Accounting Manager
Based in Maidenhead, Sittingbourne or Solihull
£68,000 per annum
Peopleforce Recruitment are excited to present to you role of Financial Accounting Manager, working for a worldwide leader in the healthcare industry. You would be taking ownership of CFS (Corporate Finance Services) statutory accounting tasks relating to entity of statutory financial statements.
We are looking for someone who is ACA (ICAEW) qualified, with a good understanding of Statutory Accounting.
This role can either be based at one of 3 of their sites in; Maidenhead, Sittingbourne, or Solihull.
The role would be on a 12 month contract.
Responsibilities
- Review statutory accounts and help fix any related issues li>Handle statutory accounting tasks for CFS, including preparing financial statements, planning audits, attending audit meetings, tracking audit issues, and managing any problems that may arise
- Manage the planning and budgeting process for CFS UK and other departments CFS supports
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks when required
- Take charge of monthly performance reports for CFS UK and manage any special requests or questions from division managers
- Help the Controller make sure the right financial controls are in place across all CFS areas
- Provide technical accounting help to the CFS team, especially with share-based payments, impairments, revenue, leases, and IFRS disclosures
- Make sure intercompany charges are started on time and correctly, working with the CFS Tax Manager to ensure compliance and correct transfer pricing practice
Requirements
- ACA (ICAEW) Qualified
- Solid Statutory Accounting background, specifically from a practice environment
- Experience using SAP
- Good Microsoft Excel/Word skills
- Previous audit experience
- Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise confidently and clearly with Financial and Non-Financial managers
This is an office based role but with the potential for 1 day per week working from home.
Should you meet the requirements and are interested, we look forward to your application.
Financial Accounting Manager
Posted 9 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Financial Accounting Manager
Based in Maidenhead, Sittingbourne or Solihull
£68,000 per annum
Peopleforce Recruitment are excited to present to you role of Financial Accounting Manager, working for a worldwide leader in the healthcare industry. You would be taking ownership of CFS (Corporate Finance Services) statutory accounting tasks relating to entity of statutory financial statements.
We are looking for someone who is ACA (ICAEW) qualified, with a good understanding of Statutory Accounting.
This role can either be based at one of 3 of their sites in; Maidenhead, Sittingbourne, or Solihull.
The role would be on a 12 month contract.
Responsibilities
- Review statutory accounts and help fix any related issues li>Handle statutory accounting tasks for CFS, including preparing financial statements, planning audits, attending audit meetings, tracking audit issues, and managing any problems that may arise
- Manage the planning and budgeting process for CFS UK and other departments CFS supports
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks when required
- Take charge of monthly performance reports for CFS UK and manage any special requests or questions from division managers
- Help the Controller make sure the right financial controls are in place across all CFS areas
- Provide technical accounting help to the CFS team, especially with share-based payments, impairments, revenue, leases, and IFRS disclosures
- Make sure intercompany charges are started on time and correctly, working with the CFS Tax Manager to ensure compliance and correct transfer pricing practice
Requirements
- ACA (ICAEW) Qualified
- Solid Statutory Accounting background, specifically from a practice environment
- Experience using SAP
- Good Microsoft Excel/Word skills
- Previous audit experience
- Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise confidently and clearly with Financial and Non-Financial managers
This is an office based role but with the potential for 1 day per week working from home.
Should you meet the requirements and are interested, we look forward to your application.
Financial Accounting Manager
Posted 9 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Financial Accounting Manager
Based in Maidenhead, Sittingbourne or Solihull
£68,000 per annum
Peopleforce Recruitment are excited to present to you role of Financial Accounting Manager, working for a worldwide leader in the healthcare industry. You would be taking ownership of CFS (Corporate Finance Services) statutory accounting tasks relating to entity of statutory financial statements.
We are looking for someone who is ACA (ICAEW) qualified, with a good understanding of Statutory Accounting.
This role can either be based at one of 3 of their sites in; Maidenhead, Sittingbourne, or Solihull.
The role would be on a 12 month contract.
Responsibilities
- Review statutory accounts and help fix any related issues li>Handle statutory accounting tasks for CFS, including preparing financial statements, planning audits, attending audit meetings, tracking audit issues, and managing any problems that may arise
- Manage the planning and budgeting process for CFS UK and other departments CFS supports
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks when required
- Take charge of monthly performance reports for CFS UK and manage any special requests or questions from division managers
- Help the Controller make sure the right financial controls are in place across all CFS areas
- Provide technical accounting help to the CFS team, especially with share-based payments, impairments, revenue, leases, and IFRS disclosures
- Make sure intercompany charges are started on time and correctly, working with the CFS Tax Manager to ensure compliance and correct transfer pricing practice
Requirements
- ACA (ICAEW) Qualified
- Solid Statutory Accounting background, specifically from a practice environment
- Experience using SAP
- Good Microsoft Excel/Word skills
- Previous audit experience
- Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise confidently and clearly with Financial and Non-Financial managers
This is an office based role but with the potential for 1 day per week working from home.
Should you meet the requirements and are interested, we look forward to your application.
Financial Accounting Manager
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Financial Accounting Manager
Based in Maidenhead, Sittingbourne or Solihull
£68,000 per annum
Peopleforce Recruitment are excited to present to you role of Financial Accounting Manager, working for a worldwide leader in the healthcare industry. You would be taking ownership of CFS (Corporate Finance Services) statutory accounting tasks relating to entity of statutory financial statements.
We are looking for someone who is ACA (ICAEW) qualified, with a good understanding of Statutory Accounting.
This role can either be based at one of 3 of their sites in; Maidenhead, Sittingbourne, or Solihull.
The role would be on a 12 month contract.
Responsibilities
- Review statutory accounts and help fix any related issues li>Handle statutory accounting tasks for CFS, including preparing financial statements, planning audits, attending audit meetings, tracking audit issues, and managing any problems that may arise
- Manage the planning and budgeting process for CFS UK and other departments CFS supports
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks when required
- Take charge of monthly performance reports for CFS UK and manage any special requests or questions from division managers
- Help the Controller make sure the right financial controls are in place across all CFS areas
- Provide technical accounting help to the CFS team, especially with share-based payments, impairments, revenue, leases, and IFRS disclosures
- Make sure intercompany charges are started on time and correctly, working with the CFS Tax Manager to ensure compliance and correct transfer pricing practice
Requirements
- ACA (ICAEW) Qualified
- Solid Statutory Accounting background, specifically from a practice environment
- Experience using SAP
- Good Microsoft Excel/Word skills
- Previous audit experience
- Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise confidently and clearly with Financial and Non-Financial managers
This is an office based role but with the potential for 1 day per week working from home.
Should you meet the requirements and are interested, we look forward to your application.
Financial Accounting Manager
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Financial Accounting Manager
Based in Maidenhead, Sittingbourne or Solihull
£68,000 per annum
Peopleforce Recruitment are excited to present to you role of Financial Accounting Manager, working for a worldwide leader in the healthcare industry. You would be taking ownership of CFS (Corporate Finance Services) statutory accounting tasks relating to entity of statutory financial statements.
We are looking for someone who is ACA (ICAEW) qualified, with a good understanding of Statutory Accounting.
This role can either be based at one of 3 of their sites in; Maidenhead, Sittingbourne, or Solihull.
The role would be on a 12 month contract.
Responsibilities
- Review statutory accounts and help fix any related issues li>Handle statutory accounting tasks for CFS, including preparing financial statements, planning audits, attending audit meetings, tracking audit issues, and managing any problems that may arise
- Manage the planning and budgeting process for CFS UK and other departments CFS supports
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks when required
- Take charge of monthly performance reports for CFS UK and manage any special requests or questions from division managers
- Help the Controller make sure the right financial controls are in place across all CFS areas
- Provide technical accounting help to the CFS team, especially with share-based payments, impairments, revenue, leases, and IFRS disclosures
- Make sure intercompany charges are started on time and correctly, working with the CFS Tax Manager to ensure compliance and correct transfer pricing practice
Requirements
- ACA (ICAEW) Qualified
- Solid Statutory Accounting background, specifically from a practice environment
- Experience using SAP
- Good Microsoft Excel/Word skills
- Previous audit experience
- Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise confidently and clearly with Financial and Non-Financial managers
This is an office based role but with the potential for 1 day per week working from home.
Should you meet the requirements and are interested, we look forward to your application.
Financial Accounting Manager
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Financial Accounting Manager
Based in Maidenhead, Sittingbourne or Solihull
£68,000 per annum
Peopleforce Recruitment are excited to present to you role of Financial Accounting Manager, working for a worldwide leader in the healthcare industry. You would be taking ownership of CFS (Corporate Finance Services) statutory accounting tasks relating to entity of statutory financial statements.
We are looking for someone who is ACA (ICAEW) qualified, with a good understanding of Statutory Accounting.
This role can either be based at one of 3 of their sites in; Maidenhead, Sittingbourne, or Solihull.
The role would be on a 12 month contract.
Responsibilities
- Review statutory accounts and help fix any related issues li>Handle statutory accounting tasks for CFS, including preparing financial statements, planning audits, attending audit meetings, tracking audit issues, and managing any problems that may arise
- Manage the planning and budgeting process for CFS UK and other departments CFS supports
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks when required
- Take charge of monthly performance reports for CFS UK and manage any special requests or questions from division managers
- Help the Controller make sure the right financial controls are in place across all CFS areas
- Provide technical accounting help to the CFS team, especially with share-based payments, impairments, revenue, leases, and IFRS disclosures
- Make sure intercompany charges are started on time and correctly, working with the CFS Tax Manager to ensure compliance and correct transfer pricing practice
Requirements
- ACA (ICAEW) Qualified
- Solid Statutory Accounting background, specifically from a practice environment
- Experience using SAP
- Good Microsoft Excel/Word skills
- Previous audit experience
- Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise confidently and clearly with Financial and Non-Financial managers
This is an office based role but with the potential for 1 day per week working from home.
Should you meet the requirements and are interested, we look forward to your application.
Head of Financial Accounting
Posted 9 days ago
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Head of Financial Accounting
Retail business - Swindon
Location: Swindon | Full-time | Permanent
With a proud heritage and a bold new identity, my client is the fresh face of a much-loved British brand who have been backed by specialist retail investors, they are on a mission to become "Your Hub of the High Street".
We're looking for a strategic, commercially astute, and results-driven Head of Financial Accounting to join their senior leadership team in a newly created role. This is a pivotal leadership role offering autonomy, influence, and the opportunity to shape the financial future of a trusted retail name.
What You'll Do
- Lead and inspire the Financial Accounting team, ensuring high standards and delivery of key objectives
- Oversee monthly financial reporting, statutory cashflow, and compliance with IAS 17 and IFRS 16
- Own weekly cash flow forecasting and variance analysis
- Drive budgeting and forecasting processes, identifying opportunities for improvement
- Enhance financial systems and processes for greater efficiency and compliance
- Ensure robust financial controls and manage audit processes
- Support new business initiatives with accurate financial planning and integration
What You'll Bring
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with ~5 years post-qualified experience
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Deep understanding of IFRS 16, IFRS, and UK GAAP
- Advanced data analysis and financial interpretation skills
- Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and Board members
They offer:
- A purpose-driven, future-focused culture
- Real opportunities for growth and impact
- 4pm Friday finishes
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
- Car allowance & private medical scheme
- Annual bonus & holiday trading scheme
- Family-friendly leave & employee discounts
- Free coffee Wednesdays
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
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Head of Financial Accounting
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Head of Financial Accounting
Retail business - Swindon
Location: Swindon | Full-time | Permanent
With a proud heritage and a bold new identity, my client is the fresh face of a much-loved British brand who have been backed by specialist retail investors, they are on a mission to become "Your Hub of the High Street".
We're looking for a strategic, commercially astute, and results-driven Head of Financial Accounting to join their senior leadership team in a newly created role. This is a pivotal leadership role offering autonomy, influence, and the opportunity to shape the financial future of a trusted retail name.
What You'll Do
- Lead and inspire the Financial Accounting team, ensuring high standards and delivery of key objectives
- Oversee monthly financial reporting, statutory cashflow, and compliance with IAS 17 and IFRS 16
- Own weekly cash flow forecasting and variance analysis
- Drive budgeting and forecasting processes, identifying opportunities for improvement
- Enhance financial systems and processes for greater efficiency and compliance
- Ensure robust financial controls and manage audit processes
- Support new business initiatives with accurate financial planning and integration
What You'll Bring
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with ~5 years post-qualified experience
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Deep understanding of IFRS 16, IFRS, and UK GAAP
- Advanced data analysis and financial interpretation skills
- Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and Board members
They offer:
- A purpose-driven, future-focused culture
- Real opportunities for growth and impact
- 4pm Friday finishes
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
- Car allowance & private medical scheme
- Annual bonus & holiday trading scheme
- Family-friendly leave & employee discounts
- Free coffee Wednesdays
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Finance Manager - Financial Accounting

Posted 8 days ago
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Job Description
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
**A little more about your role.**
Our Finance team is an integral part of the business, achieving best-in-class performance and control through a breadth of specialty Finance Functions. With a finance lens, we help develop, track and communicate progress on an agenda that maximizes long-term shareholder value creation.
+ Liaison with the external auditors for multiple entities which includes preparation of deliverables by due deadline, to a high-quality standard and responding to their queries promptly and accurately.
+ Independent preparation of annual statutory financial statements for UK companies to comply with relevant accounting framework (IFRS, FRS 101 and FRS 102) and Companies Act using Fisoftware. Includes preparing the supporting documentation behind the statutory accounts, such as reconciliation from trial balance to statutory figures and the workings behind the supporting notes ready for audit.
+ Assist with technical accounting queries raised by the business or by external auditors in an accurate, prompt and commercial fashion. This includes writing accounting memorandums documenting fact pattern and key judgements in reaching conclusion.
+ Identification of areas for improvement in efficiency and for accounting procedures; take responsibility for implementation.
+ Assisting with preparation of regional reports to stakeholders and investigating variances to budgets and forecasts.
+ To carry out a variety of financial duties associated with the month end preparation and submission of the UK balance sheet. This includes undertaking process improvements to facilitate a more efficient month end process.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Recognised accounting qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with PQE (essential)
+ Strong working knowledge of IFRS (essential)
+ Understanding of Statutory Accounts preparation from start to finish (essential) with knowledge of best practice for disclosures
+ Knowledge of Wolters Kluwer CCH statutory accounts software (desirable)
+ The ability to work independently while also being a team player
+ Project management experience (desirable)
+ A proactive mindset and confidence in managing deadlines
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#LI-ES1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._
Finance Manager - Financial Accounting

Posted 8 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
**A little more about your role.**
Our Finance team is an integral part of the business, achieving best-in-class performance and control through a breadth of specialty Finance Functions. With a finance lens, we help develop, track and communicate progress on an agenda that maximizes long-term shareholder value creation.
+ Liaison with the external auditors for multiple entities which includes preparation of deliverables by due deadline, to a high-quality standard and responding to their queries promptly and accurately.
+ Independent preparation of annual statutory financial statements for UK companies to comply with relevant accounting framework (IFRS, FRS 101 and FRS 102) and Companies Act using Fisoftware. Includes preparing the supporting documentation behind the statutory accounts, such as reconciliation from trial balance to statutory figures and the workings behind the supporting notes ready for audit.
+ Assist with technical accounting queries raised by the business or by external auditors in an accurate, prompt and commercial fashion. This includes writing accounting memorandums documenting fact pattern and key judgements in reaching conclusion.
+ Identification of areas for improvement in efficiency and for accounting procedures; take responsibility for implementation.
+ Assisting with preparation of regional reports to stakeholders and investigating variances to budgets and forecasts.
+ To carry out a variety of financial duties associated with the month end preparation and submission of the UK balance sheet. This includes undertaking process improvements to facilitate a more efficient month end process.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Recognised accounting qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with PQE (essential)
+ Strong working knowledge of IFRS (essential)
+ Understanding of Statutory Accounts preparation from start to finish (essential) with knowledge of best practice for disclosures
+ Knowledge of Wolters Kluwer CCH statutory accounts software (desirable)
+ The ability to work independently while also being a team player
+ Project management experience (desirable)
+ A proactive mindset and confidence in managing deadlines
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#LI-ES1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._