Senior Financial Accountant

Overview

AVP – Financial Reporting Accountant – Leading Global Financial Market Infrastructure Firm – London – £85,000 + bonus

We are partnering confidentially with a globally recognised financial services business to recruit an AVP – Financial Reporting Accountant
. Sitting within the Finance department, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Financial Control team, ensuring timely and accurate reporting, preparing subsidiary financial statements, liaising with auditors, and driving process improvements across the organisation.

This is a pivotal role within a high-performing team, supporting both statutory and management reporting. You’ll work closely with senior Finance stakeholders, gaining exposure to a broad range of financial operations in a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment.

Location: London

Working model: Hybrid – 2 days a week in Canary Wharf

Department: Finance

Our client is a highly respected, globally active financial services organisation operating at the intersection of technology, data, and complex market operations. The firm plays a critical role in supporting the smooth functioning of the wider financial system and partners with major financial institutions around the world.

Known for its high standards, technical excellence, and strong governance, the organisation combines the stability of an established institution with the agility of a modern, technology-driven business. There is a strong culture for employees with visible leadership that genuinely values expertise and contribution.

The company has received multiple workplace awards recognising its commitment to wellbeing, professional development, inclusion, and high-performing culture — reinforcing its position as an employer of choice within financial services.

Financial Reporting & Month-End Support

• Assist with month-end close and prepare journals for legal entities and consolidation.
• Help prepare subsidiary annual financial statements and liaise with auditors during year-end and interim audits.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and prepare intercompany invoices for settlement.
• Conduct P&L analysis for subsidiaries.

Process Improvement & Controls

• Implement process improvements across reporting and internal control procedures.
• Maintain procedure documentation to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Support Senior Financial Controller and Head of Financial Control in driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Operational & Regulatory Support

• Prepare bank reconciliations and journal postings in Oracle.
• Assist with tax-related matters, including VAT and US sales tax returns, partnering with external advisors.
• Prepare other regulatory or statistical returns (ONS, BEA, Swiss/US surveys).
• Coordinate subsidiary year-end audits and support audit processes.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), ideally with practice training followed by Financial Accounting experience in a financial services firm.
• Strong experience in statutory financial reporting, journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and handling routine and complex accounting issues.
• Highly numerate, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Collaborative team player with a good understanding of controls and processes.
• Able to drive continuous improvement and support a culture of learning within Finance.

• Salary up to £85,000 per annum
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• Hybrid working – 2 days per week in office
• Private medical and dental cover, plus life insurance.
• 25 days’ annual leave + 3 “life days”.
• Paid volunteer days and hybrid working flexibility.
• Active diversity networks and regular social events.