Financial Reporting Accountant

About Us

Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award‑winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5‑star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which comes from our clients, and we are proud of the work we do helping injured people;

this is the core of our business.

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail‑oriented Financial Reporting Accountant to join our finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for analysing financial data, creating financial models, preparing reports, and offering strategic insights to support business decisions and improve overall financial performance.

• Analyse current and past financial data and performance to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term planning.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights.
• Conduct variance analysis between actuals and budgets/forecasts.
• Support strategic initiatives and investment decisions with financial analysis.
• Assist with financial planning processes, including annual budgeting.
• Collaborate with accounting, operations, and business unit teams to collect and verify financial data.
• Evaluate profitability, cost structure, and pricing strategies.
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Consolidate Group results and deliver clear financial insights.
• Review financial statements and disclosures for and year‑end reporting.
• Support a smooth, issue‑free external audit to tight Q1 deadlines.
• Prepare technical accounting papers for auditors.

• Relevant accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• 2–5 years of experience in financial analysis, planning, or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of financial modelling, forecasting, and data analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in Excel, financial software, and BI tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to present complex data clearly and concisely to stakeholders.
• Understanding of GAAP or IFRS accounting principles is a plus.

• Salary of up to £60,000, dependent on experience
• Working hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday‑Thursday and 8:30am to 4:30pm Friday (or variation thereof 37hrs per week)

3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation.

Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays.

3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement.

Private medical insurance available after 2 years’ service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme.

24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more.

Active social committee with generous departmental and firm‑wide social budget.

Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario‑based questioning.

Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all.