Financial Accountant

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JN Bentley is a leading civil engineering and construction organisation that directly employs over 2500 people. We are a fast-growing business and are successfully working alongside companies such as National Grid, Rolls Royce, Yorkshire Water, United Utilities, Welsh Water, Severn Trent Water, Environment Agency, and the Coal authority which has allowed us to progress as a leader in the UK construction and civil engineering sectors whilst developing and maintaining an excellent reputation with our clients.

Across JN Bentley and our design and build companies MMB and JBA Bentley, annual revenue now exceeds £500 million.

We’re looking for a Financial Accountant to join our Finance Team, based in Skipton. The role of Financial Accountant would be an ideal opportunity for someone who is an experienced accountant who is comfortable in a fast‑paced environment and is motivated by identifying and driving continuous improvement.

• Prepare and submit monthly consolidated balance sheet, cashflow, and reconciliations.
• Manage quarterly group consolidations and liaise with Group Finance.
• Oversee annual statutory accounts and coordinate with auditors.
• Deliver balance sheet commentaries and ensure compliance with UK GAAP.
• Maintain and monitor the internal controls framework, supporting audits and documenting processes.
• Work across Reporting, Tax, Transactional teams, and the wider parent company.
• Contribute to regular reporting and ad hoc projects, with potential line management required.

• A professional finance qualification (ACCA, ACA) plus 2+ years post‑qualification experience.
• Proven background in a similar accounting or reporting role; construction sector experience is a bonus.
• Strong skills with ERP systems, databases, and large data sets.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• A proactive, collaborative approach with excellent interpersonal skills and a “can‑do” attitude.
• Flexibility to balance structured reporting with project work and process improvement.

Enjoying working from our Skipton office for a minimum of 3 days per week, a competitive salary, and a fantastic working culture. We offer a supportive environment and access to a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits.

To view our full range of benefits, please see the Bentley benefits brochure attached.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Civil Engineering

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