Financial Reporting Accountant

TPF Recruitment; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 58,000

Job description

Job Description
TPF Recruitment, Kent's leading recruitment agency, is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a Top 15 Chartered Accountancy Practice in Maidstone. We are seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to join their growing team. Ideally, you would be an Audit & Accounts Senior, looking to move away from audit, into a purely accounts-focused position.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with a strong background in financial reporting, statutory accounts, and consolidations to take the next step in their career within a highly respected and forward-thinking firm.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts, financial reports, consolidations, and disclosures in compliance with IFRS, UK GAAP (FRS 102), and the Charities SORP.
• Support the audit team by addressing client queries related to financial statements.
• Assist in the finalisation of statutory financial statements as part of the audit process.
• Serve as a primary client contact, identifying and addressing key areas of judgment in financial reporting.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Stay informed on regulatory updates, ensuring compliance with industry standards and CPD requirements.
• Provide expert financial reporting guidance and ad hoc support to clients.
• Oversee and mentor the financial reporting team, fostering professional growth and development.
• Deliver high-quality work within strict deadlines, ensuring adherence to professional and firm-wide standards.
• Contribute to the firm's culture of continuous improvement, driving efficiencies and best practices.

Requirements

• ACA/ACCA (or equivalent) qualified with strong technical expertise.
• Experience in preparing statutory financial statements and consolidations.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and Charities SORP.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to client service.

Benefits

• Salary: £45,000 - £58,000
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave
• Car allowance
• 5% pension contribution
• Life assurance & income protection
• Highly competitive flexible benefits package
• Hybrid & flexible working options