Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Competitive salary, private health care, annual performance-related bonus, 25 days annual leave pro-rated (plus Birthday) life Insurance and pension scheme.

As Qualco operates within the Financial Services Industry, any permanent offer of employment is subject to the standard legal checks (Right to Work and Proof of Address) a clear DBS, satisfactory financial credit check, and employer references.

Qualco is an ambitious technology-driven SME operating in the Collections & Recoveries sector. We partner with clients across utilities, telecoms, banking, lending and wider financial services in both the private and public sectors. Our aim is to empower clients with innovative technology that enhances their recoveries and operational performance.

The Accountant will play a key role in supporting the Head of Finance with the day-to-day running of the UK finance function, whilst also providing accurate, timely and high-quality reporting to Head Office in Greece. Following the Group’s IPO last summer, the role has increased focus on robust reporting, financial controls, IFRS-related queries, audit support and the provision of clear financial information to meet both local and Group requirements.

This is a varied role suited to a hands-on finance professional who is comfortable working in a fast-paced software and technology environment, can manage both routine accounting activities and ad-hoc reporting requests, and is confident liaising with stakeholders in the UK and overseas.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Accountant will:

• Assist with reporting to Head Office in Greece, including the preparation and submission of financial data, analysis and supporting schedules. Liaise with Head Office colleagues to respond to finance queries and support Group reporting requirements.
• Assist with post-IPO reporting requirements, including supporting additional governance, control, disclosure and reporting processes as required.
• Support IFRS-related queries and Group reporting adjustments, working with the Head of Finance and external advisers where necessary.
• Assist with year-end and interim audit requirements, including preparation of audit schedules, responding to auditor queries and supporting the production of statutory accounts. Keep up to date with UK GAAP changes
• Review and support the preparation of the monthly management accounts, including ledger reviews, control account reconciliations and variance analysis. Understand key drivers impacting revenue fluctuations. Maintain accurate financial records and ensure reconciliations are completed on a timely basis, and deadlines are met.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting, budgeting and reforecasting when required, including the preparation of supporting analysis and assumptions.
• Review and support monthly payroll and pension scheme administration, ensuring accurate processing and appropriate reconciliation.
• Provide cover and support across core finance processes, including invoicing, bank reconciliations, expenses, credit card control, reconciliation of system data etc
• Assist with tax calculations, computations and supporting schedules where relevant.
• Contribute to ensuring finance systems, processes and procedures comply with legal, regulatory and internal control requirements. Identify and recommend improvements to finance processes, reporting efficiency and internal controls.
• Support the Head of Finance and wider finance team with ad-hoc finance projects, analysis and operational tasks as required

The ideal candidate will:

• Have proven experience in a similar finance or accounting role, ideally within a technology, software, financial services or regulated environment.
• Minimum three years post qualified or qualified by experience, with strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Have a good understanding of UK GAAP, with exposure to IFRS or Group reporting requirements being beneficial.
• Be proficient in accounting software, preferably Sage 50 Accounts and Sage Payroll, with advanced excel skills.
• Have strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret financial data clearly and accurately.
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Be confident communicating with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Be organised, proactive and able to manage competing deadlines in a fast-moving environment.
• Be flexible, hands-on and willing to support a broad range of finance activities as required.
• Have strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.

The following knowledge would be beneficial:

• Knowledge of the Collections and Recoveries industry.
• Experience working with an overseas parent company or Group Head Office.
• Exposure to post-IPO reporting, listed company requirements or enhanced governance processes.
• Understanding of Data Protection legislation and ISO 27001 requirements.
• Experience working in a regulated Financial Services environment.