Group Financial Accountant

Job description

Company Overview

You will be joining a very prestigious and well-known international Education business as their Group Financial Accountant on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a very exciting, newly created role which is part of a high-performing, incredibly supportive and sociable Group Finance team of 15, where you will work closely alongside experienced individuals who will be there to aid your continued career development. Based in their very modern and luxurious City of London office 1-2 days a week, you will have the option to work from home for the remaining 3-4 days.

Role Responsibilities

This role will be responsible for delivering high-quality financial accounting and control activities across a range of month-end processes. You will perform end-to-end transactional accounting for allocated entities, prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, manage prepayment and accrual accounting, prepare and process cost recharges, assist with a small volume of AP activities (such as invoice processing and supplier management) and maintain the general ledger and month-end close activities. You will prepare monthly P&L and balance sheet analytics, support the preparation and review of lease accounting entries in accordance with UK GAAP and perform fixed asset accounting activities. You will have the opportunity to support with broader finance transformation initiatives, including process automation, system optimisation and AI-related improvements.

Role Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need to have at least 3-5 years of experience in a similar role and be confident with month-end close activities and balance sheet reconciliations. You will be familiar with group reporting and P&L analysis, and ideally have some exposure to leases and fixed assets. Candidates must be actively studying towards (or keen to begin) a further Accounting qualification such as AAT, ACCA or CIMA. You will be a strong communicator and a critical thinker, with high attention to detail and the ability to self-review. You will have a proactive approach and demonstrate an interest in process improvement.

In Return

You will receive an annual salary of up to £46,000 + 10% annual bonus + benefits and this package will be regularly reviewed to remain in line with market rate. You will be joining a prestigious, highly regarded and growing international business that can provide impressive career progression opportunities in the future. You will be part of a sizable, high-performing and very welcoming team who will be there to support your transition into the business from day one. You will have flexible hybrid working options with the chance to work from home 3-4 days each week. When you are based in their modern London office, you will be located in a great area of the City, close to multiple transport links and top attractions.

What to do now

If you would like to apply for this role, please do so via this advert or email me at sian.prest@investigo.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English