Senior Financial Accountant

Senior Financial Accountant (Hybrid)

Full time, Temporary, Derby, United Kingdom (Tuesdays and Thursdays work from our office/Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays work from home)

The Senior Financial Accountant role provides leadership and support to the Financial Accounting team. The role ensures timely reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, as well as taking ownership of VAT, Audit and taxation matters. The role will also oversee delivery of month end accounts, forecasts and budgets for designated parts of the business and play a key role in the development of junior members of the team.

• Manage the daily Finance operation for the Financial Accounting team in Derby, supporting the Finance Director and Financial Controller to deliver appropriate, accurate and timely financial information to the wider business
• Oversee the reconciliation, submission and payments of the quarterly VAT return, corporation tax calculations and other HMRC reporting requirements such as PSA
• Provide ad-hoc advice and support in regards to VAT and HMRC reporting matters
• Ensure key control accounts on the balance sheet are fully reconciled on a regular basis
• Take a key role in the annual year-end audit, liaising with the audit team and coordinating the internal workload accordingly
• Oversee the production of financial forecasts and budgets for agreed areas of responsibility in accordance with relevant timetables

ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified, or qualified through relevant experience

Strong Excel and financial systems skills; SAP experience is advantageous

Experience with in a project-based, professional services, or consultancy environment is desirable

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Professional, discreet, and committed to maintaining confidentiality

Proactive in keeping up to date with industry developments and relevant legislation

Previous experience in a similar finance role would be beneficial

Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to support changing business needs.

• Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities
• Opportunities to grow your skillset and career
• Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge
• A compensation package that feels fair to you, including mental, physical, and financial wellbeing tools
• Travel industry professional perks and discounts
• An inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated

We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about a role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.

We are committed to providing reasonable and necessary accommodations to ensure all employees can perform their roles effectively. For accommodation requests or further information, contact our Talent Acquisition department at