Financial Accountant

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.

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