Newly Qualified Accountant

Your new companyJoin a modern, ambitious accountancy practice that works with fast-growing SMEs and international groups. This is a firm where you're trusted, listened to, and encouraged to contribute ideas - not just produce numbers.Your new roleAs a Financial Accountant, you'll manage your own portfolio and deliver high-quality financial reporting that genuinely supports the people running the business.You'll be:

• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts under FRS 102
• Producing clear, insight-driven monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Strengthening balance sheet controls and reviewing reconciliations
• Handling VAT returns and day-to-day compliance
• Building cashflow forecasts and delivering meaningful financial analysis
• Streamlining processes and supporting cloud migrations (Xero / QBO / Sage Intacct)
• Working closely with Tax, Audit and Payroll to deliver a seamless service

You'll quickly become a trusted point of contact for finance leads and business owners who want straightforward answers, not jargon.What you'll need to succeed

• ACA / ACCA qualified
• Strong technical grounding in UK GAAP (FRS 102); IFRS a plus
• Confident preparing and reviewing statutory and management accounts
• Good VAT knowledge and practical compliance experience
• Solid experience with cloud accounting platforms
• Proactive, organised and comfortable advising senior stakeholders

What you'll get in returnA genuinely supportive firm where progression is encouraged, ideas are welcomed, and flexibility is standard. You'll work with interesting, growing businesses and continue building your technical and commercial skillset - without the long-hours culture

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