Financial Accountant

Job Description

The Financial Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of financial information. This role will support statutory reporting, strengthen financial controls, and provide high-quality financial insight to support business performance.

This position requires a detail-oriented, proactive individual with strong technical expertise and a focus on continuous improvement.

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and regulatory requirements
• Ensure all reporting is complete, accurate, and delivered within required timelines
• Support the production of statutory accounts and ensure compliance with Group and regulatory standards

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring completeness and integrity of financial data
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations on a regular basis, investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Ensure robust financial controls are maintained and adhered to across all reporting areas

• Deliver a disciplined and timely month-end close process, including:
• Journal postings
• Accruals and prepayments
• Ledger reviews and reconciliations
• Ensure all month-end processes are completed accurately and within deadlines

• Support internal and external audit processes, providing documentation and responding to queries in a timely manner
• Ensure that audit recommendations are tracked and implemented
• Maintain strong relationships with external auditors and advisors

• Prepare and file VAT and various other statutory filings
• Ensure compliance with relevant tax regulations and work closely with external advisors where required

• Support the preparation and monitoring of cash flow forecasts
• Provide insights into cash movements, ensuring adequate liquidity for operational needs

• Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring:
• Accurate recording of acquisitions and disposals
• Correct depreciation calculations
• Ensure alignment with Group accounting policies and reporting requirements

• Ensure adherence to internal financial policies, controls, and governance frameworks
• Identify and implement opportunities to strengthen processes and improve efficiency
• Support ongoing alignment with Sisk Group standards and ways of working

• Perform variance analysis and provide insight into financial performance
• Highlight key risks, trends, and opportunities to management
• Provide ad hoc financial reporting and analysis to support decision-making

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards (IFRS/GAAP)
• Proven experience in financial reporting, statutory compliance, and controls
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight reporting deadlines
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a continuous improvement mindset
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership for outputs

Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

We love enthusiasm, new ideas and innovation. Your well-being is our priority. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you to achieve your full potential. Our career development opportunities provide you with a clear progression pathway, advanced education in your core subjects as well as management and leadership opportunities to excel quickly. We understand the importance of work-life balance.

We offer flexible working hours (where applicable) and generous leave policies to help you maintain a healthy work‑life integration. We have invested significantly to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all our employees.