What's the role about

This role will report to the Finance Controller and working across the CFO team to assist with the preparation for the 2022 audit and key work to support this audit. This is a 3 month contract role with the potential to go beyond that and become permanent. 

We have two hubs in the UK, in London and Edinburgh. Ideally you will be located within commutable distance of either office. We offer hybrid working with around 20% of your time to be able to be in a hub location.

What you’ll be doing

• Reconciliation of historical data to source documentation
• Review of complex accounting transactions to ensure they are recorded appropriately and have adequate supporting documentation
• Review of postings for entity disposal throughout the year
• Preparation of accounting papers
• Support team on month end postings where required 
• Complete and review balance sheet account reconciliations
• Assist financial controller on other key projects where required
• Support Financial controller on audit queries

What you’ll need to be successful in the role

• 5 years or more post qualified experience (ACA/ACCA)
• Recent Audit experience within Financial services
• Netsuite Experience desirable 
• Ability to work with minimum supervision

What skills will be of benefit in this role

• Analytical mindset and strong critical thinking
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to deliver high quality and accurate output to deliver on key deadlines
• Attention to detail, driven and able to balance multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills - conscientious, flexible, proactive and enthusiastic