A well known financial services company are looking for a Financial Accountant to join their growing finance team in their central London office. This is a great opportunity whether you are looking for your first move into financial services or looking to move within to enhance your career.

You main responsibilities would include:

• Assist with the preparation of annual statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Assisting with the preparation of the quarterly and annual London statutory Group submissions.
• Working closely with the manager to ensure accurate financial statement presentation as well as the appropriate disclosure necessary on new accounting pronouncements.
• Assist with the preparation of the annual investment impairment reviews.
• Assist with the preparation of year-end balance sheet analysis for quarterly reporting.
• Assist with the testing of statutory reporting systems as updates, etc. are needed.
• Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations
• Ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business.

The successful Candidate will:

• Be a qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or ACMA)
• Have good experience with preparation of financial statements
• Have a strong understanding of financial statement concepts and principles
• Have strong organisational slls
• Have strong interpersonal skills
• Have an a advanced understanding of Microsoft Excel

The salary on offer is in the region of £50,000-£55,000 plus benefits and bonus. For immediate consideration please apply online or for more information or a confidential discussion, please contact James.Otter@markssattin.com 02077479724