Junior Financial Accountant

Overview

Your new company: Our client is a well-established global investment management firm, known for offering a broad range of investment opportunities. It is a uniquely run firm that possesses major influence within the investment management space, and this role poses an exciting opportunity for a junior Financial Accountant looking to join the team on a temporary basis.

Your new role

The client is looking for a detail-oriented Financial Accountant. Key responsibilities include:

• Assist with month-end close and reporting processes.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations.
• Post and review journal entries and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Support transactional accounting including accounts payable and receivable.
• Maintain and update the general ledger and financial records.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards (e.g. IFRS).
• Help with audit preparation and respond to auditor queries.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Perform variance analysis and explain key movements in financial data.
• Collaborate with internal teams and liaise with external stakeholders.
• Support regulatory reporting and tax submissions.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and system enhancements.

What you'll need to succeed

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• 1-3 years experience in financial accounting within investment management, asset management, or financial services.
• Strong understanding of multi-entity and multi-currency environments.
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of FCA regulations and investment structures is a plus.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive daily rate
• Hybrid working
• Opportunity to work for a global investment management firm

What you need to do now

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