We are seeking an experienced Accountant to join a reputable organisation in the financial services industry on a temporary basis. This role, based in London, involves managing financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the financial services industry. They are a medium-sized company known for their professional approach to meeting clients' financial needs.

Description

• Input recurring financial entries into the accounting system, including payroll and internal cost allocations, across various currencies.
• Reconcile banking activity for both client and business accounts, ensuring accuracy across international transactions.
• Support the finance team in compiling monthly financial summaries, including income statements, balance sheets, and liquidity reports.
• Maintain and validate insurance-related financial records, ensuring proper tracking of balances between clients and insurers.
• Assist in calculating and verifying client fund positions in line with financial conduct regulations, with a focus on safeguarding assets and ensuring compliance.
• Monitor account movements and prepare clear reports detailing client and insurer financial positions.
• Contribute to the creation of monthly financial dashboards and assist in preparing year-end financial statements.
• Act as a point of contact for internal teams to resolve finance-related queries and ensure smooth cross-functional collaboration.
• Participate in regular reviews of financial accounts and support external audits and regulatory filings.
• Manage payment processing across multiple banking platforms and currencies, ensuring timely and accurate execution of transactions.

Profile

• Professional accounting qualifications in progress or completed (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• A track record of working autonomously and managing competing deadlines in a high-growth or evolving business setting.
• Broad experience across core finance functions, with a solid understanding of accounting principles and processes.
• Familiarity with handling financial data across multiple ledgers and currencies.
• Prior exposure to NetSuite or similar cloud-based finance platforms is a plus.
• A proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and drive.
• Experience in startup or scale-up environments is desirable, with the ability to adapt quickly to change.
• Background in insurance or financial services would be beneficial but not essential.

Job Offer

• Competitive hourly pay between GBP 300 and GBP 375.
• Temporary position offering flexibility and valuable experience.
• Opportunity to work within a reputable organisation in London.
• Exposure to diverse aspects of the financial services industry.

If you are an Accountant looking for a temporary role in London, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career!