via reed · 4 June 2026 ·2 days ago

Financial Accountant

Accountancy Action
Cheltenham Full-time GBP 60,000 – 70,000
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We are partnering with a growing and dynamic organisation to recruit a Financial Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to take ownership of financial reporting, statutory compliance, and controls within a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial information while supporting the wider business through accurate reporting and insightful analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports

  • Lead the month-end and year-end close processes

  • Prepare statutory accounts preparation and external audits

  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements

  • Maintain and improve financial controls and processes

  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and oversee ledger integrity

  • Support budgeting and forecasting activities

  • Manage VAT, tax, and other statutory reporting requirements

  • Partner with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and support decision-making

  • Contribute to process improvement and finance transformation initiatives

About You
  • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

  • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including UK GAAP and/or IFRS

  • Experience in financial reporting, statutory accounts, and audit

  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills

  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems

  • Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels

  • Proactive, commercially minded, and solutions-focused

What's on Offer?
  • Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation

  • Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects

  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

  • Supportive and collaborative culture

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are a technically strong accountant looking to broaden your exposure and make a real impact within a business, we'd love to hear from you.

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