Finatal is currently working with a financial services firm who are navigating a challenging audit period and require a highly skilled Technical Accountant to join their team. This role is crucial for supporting the business through audit and year-end processes, closing different entities, and ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
Role Overview:
The Technical Accountant will play a critical role in addressing audit issues. You will provide expert technical accounting support, manage the audit process, and implement robust financial controls and procedures. This role demands a highly experienced accountant with a strong background in financial services and or, a highly regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the audit process which starts in November.
- Help to close different entities and roll them into the parent company.
- Oversee the preparation of financial statements in compliance with relevant accounting standards.
- Resolve any audit findings from previous periods and implement necessary improvements.
- Conduct a thorough review of current financial processes and identify areas for enhancement.
- Ensure the finance function operates efficiently, aligning with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Provide technical accounting support and guidance to the finance team.
- Ensure accurate accounting for complex transactions and compliance with relevant standards.
Qualifications:
- Accounting qualified. ACA/ACCA preferred.
- Experience in working within a highly regulated environment
- PE experience is desirable.
