Financial Reporting Accountant Banking - Contract
  • England,London,City of London
  • Full Time, Contract
  • £450 - £500 per day
Job Description:
Senior Financial Reporting Accountant (6-10 Months Contract)

Day Rate: £450-£500 per day (via Umbrella)
Location: South-West London
Working Pattern: Hybrid

Company Overview

A well-established Bank specialising in asset finance is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to support the finance team on an interim basis for an immediate start. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong technical accounting knowledge and a background in banking.

Role Summary

The successful candidate will take ownership of statutory financial reporting/external reporting, consolidated accounts, technical accounting matters, and audit deliverables for the group. You will work closely with the internal finance team and external auditors to deliver high-quality, accurate reporting to tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

*Prepare consolidated statutory financial statements in line with IFRS and UK GAAP.
*Lead on the year-end audit process, coordinating requirements, preparing schedules, and managing auditor queries.
*Produce supporting documentation including audit samples, reconciliations, and working papers.
*Prepare corporation tax workings and liaise with tax advisors where required.
*Ensure compliance with internal controls, reporting policies, and timetables.
*Provide technical accounting advice for complex or judgemental areas.
*Work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Candidate Requirements

*Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA).
*Demonstrable experience in financial accounting/external reporting within the banking sector.
*Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP, with the ability to interpret and apply standards confidently.
*Proven track record preparing consolidated statutory accounts.
*Experience leading statutory audits and working directly with auditors.
*Strong Excel capability including SUMIFS, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and data manipulation.
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Job number 3213713

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Company Details:
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Company size: 100–249 employees
Industry: Accountancy
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