Financial Accountant

4771821
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Norwich
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified
  • Industry

    Government & Public Services
  • Pay

    £40-55,000

New Financial Accountant job available - 12-18 Month FTC

Your new company

A leading organisation within the support services sector is seeking a Financial Accountant to join its Finance Department on a fixed‑term contract. This role is based at the company’s head office in Norwich and offers a 37‑hour working week, Monday to Friday, with a hybrid working model of 3 days in office per week. This is a well-established organisation with a broad range of services and products and will be working within a tenured and supportive finance operation.

Your new role
We are looking for a fully qualified Financial Accountant with strong technical expertise and a sound understanding of business taxation, including (but not limited to):
  • Statutory reporting
  • VAT & Corporation Tax
  • PSA returns
Key responsibilities include:
  • Preparing statutory accounts in line with applicable international and UK accounting standards
  • Supporting cash‑flow forecasting, modelling, and monitoring for the wider Group
  • Producing the monthly Group finance pack for internal distribution
  • Preparing VAT return workings and associated reconciliations
  • Overseeing corporation tax return preparation in collaboration with external advisors
  • Assisting with the external audit process and liaising with internal auditors as required


What you'll need to succeed

You will bring experience from a similar Financial Accountant role within a busy and diverse organisation, along with:
  • A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA or equivalent) and ongoing membership
  • Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP reporting standards
  • A solid understanding of tax legislation, particularly VAT
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently at senior levels
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a deadline‑driven environment


What you'll get in return

You will receive a competitive salary of £40-55,000 + benefits, free on-site parking and hybrid working opportunities. There may also be long-term permanent opportunities available within the organisation.


What you need to do now


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