Financial Accountant

We’re delighted to be recruiting for a Financial Accountant job on behalf of a highly regarded organisation based in Market Harborough. This Financial Accountant vacancy offers the opportunity to play a key role in financial reporting, governance, and business partnering across a diverse group structure, supporting both strategic planning and day-to-day decision-making.

Salary: Up to £45,000
Location: Market Harborough
Working hours: Full time, 35 hours per week with hybrid working (2 days in the office)
Annual leave: 27 days plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday
Benefits: BUPA private health, Medical cash plan, Pension contribution of 10% (5% employee) via a salary exchange scheme, Holiday buy and sell scheme, Charity days

Duties and responsibilities

• Produce monthly and quarterly financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheet, and management information for subsidiaries
• Maintain robust financial controls, ensuring general ledger accuracy, reconciliations, and oversight of control accounts
• Deliver cost management reporting and variance analysis to senior stakeholders and budget holders
• Lead VAT reporting processes and ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements
• Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes
• Provide financial analysis and modelling to support business initiatives and projects
• Act as Finance lead on key projects, including system upgrades and new product development

Required skills and experience

• Qualified accountant with at least 5 years’ relevant experience within a Financial Accountant role or similar
• Strong experience of UK VAT reporting and regulatory compliance
• Advanced Excel and IT skills, with the ability to analyse and present financial data effectively
• Proven experience in financial reporting, controls, and reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in record keeping
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders across the business
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgement