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Financial Reporting Accountant 

Robert Half are partnering with a high-performing, PE-backed organisation currently on an exciting growth journey. With continued investment in innovation, technology, and operational excellence, this is a fantastic opportunity for a Financial Reporting Accountant to play a key role in shaping the next phase of the company’s expansion.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of delivering high-quality statutory and financial compliance across the group, driving continuous improvement in reporting processes, and ensuring compliance with corporate, tax, and regulatory standards. This position will suit a technically strong, commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts for multiple UK entities in accordance with UK GAAP.
• Oversee compliance with corporate tax, VAT, and R&D tax credit reporting requirements.
• Manage year-end processes and enhance the quality and timeliness of reporting.
• Act as the lead point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors.
• Support consolidated group reporting, collaborating closely with PE investors and auditors.
• Contribute to finance transformation projects, including systems development and process automation.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control.
• Strengthen internal financial governance and control frameworks.
• Implement standardised reporting and automation solutions where appropriate.
• Support group-wide projects including M&A integration, investment appraisals, and scenario analysis.
• Provide technical accounting guidance to finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Experience & Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with a strong technical grounding.
• Proven experience in a complex, multi-entity or project-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of statutory reporting and tax compliance requirements.
• Exposure to R&D tax reliefs, corporate tax reporting.
• Experience within a PE-backed or high-growth organisation desirable.
• Advanced Excel and ERP systems experience.
• Commercially aware with a proactive, continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build credibility across all levels.

Salary & Benefits:

A competitive salary in the region of £75,000 – £85,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business offering both challenge and progression within a high-growth, PE-backed environment.