Financial Accountant (M&A)

Posted 4 hours 26 minutes ago by HAYS

£80,000 - £90,000 Annual
Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Oxfordshire, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 1
Job Description
Qualified technical accountant with financial services experience


Qualified Financial Accountant Financial Services Reading (Hybrid) Up to £90,000
Are you a qualified accountant with a practice background who's successfully transitioned into industry? Do you have experience in the financial services sector and a passion for technical accounting and M&A? If so, this could be your next big move.A leading Financial Services company based in Reading is looking for a Qualified Financial Accountant to join their growing team. This is a hybrid role (3 days in the office) offering up to£90,000 and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, acquisitive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the audit process and liaise with external auditors
  • Perform due diligence on potential acquisitions
  • Support the end-to-end M&A process
  • Prepare and review regulatory returns
  • Manage and develop one direct report (a qualified accountant)
Ideal Candidate:
  • ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), ideally trained in practice
  • Experience in the financial services sector (essential)
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge
  • Confident working in a fast-paced, acquisitive environment
  • Proven leadership and mentoring skills
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where you can make a real impact.

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