Financial Accountant

On-site in Oxford·Added 2 months ago (last checked 15 Oct)

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Michael Page UK

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Overview

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 a year
About £4,020 - £4,500 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Oxford
Contract: Permanent contract
Holiday: 30 days holiday + bank holidays

Skills

Requirements

A successful Financial Accountant should have:

Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and practices.
Proficiency in accounting software and financial systems.
Experience in preparing financial statements and managing audits.
Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
The ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively.
A professional accounting qualification or relevant degree.

Pay & benefits

Salary ranging from £65,00 to £75,000, dependent on the level of experience.
Great work life balance
30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Private healthcare.
Pension scheme
On-site parking

The role

Summary

A broad finance leadership role with responsibility for financial reporting, compliance and team management. Working closely with senior leaders, you'll help ensure the finance function continues to support the wider business effectively.

Make a real impact and help drive positive change
Excellent work-life balance

About Our Client

Work for a well-established company in Oxford that combines a collaborative culture with a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement. You'll benefit from excellent work-life balance and benefits package, exposure to senior leadership, and the chance to make a real impact within a high-performing finance team.

Job Description

Prepare and review financial statements in line with relevant accounting standards.
Ensure compliance with statutory, tax and regulatory reporting requirements.
Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
Oversee reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
Collaborate with internal and external auditors as required.
Produce accurate management information and financial reports for stakeholders.
Provide financial analysis and insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.
Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities across the business.
Monitor and strengthen financial controls, policies and procedures.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance reporting and increase efficiency within the finance function.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Financial Accountant should have:

Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and practices.
Proficiency in accounting software and financial systems.
Experience in preparing financial statements and managing audits.
Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
The ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively.
A professional accounting qualification or relevant degree.

What's on Offer

Salary ranging from £65,00 to £75,000, dependent on the level of experience.
Great work life balance
30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Private healthcare.
Pension scheme
On-site parking

About Michael Page UK

Michael Page is a recruitment agency that connects businesses with job seekers, offering services ranging from experienced professional hiring to executive search, scaled recruitment and outsourcing solutions. The company operates globally, with more than 100 offices across 34 countries.

Its teams blend market insights, data and advanced technology to deliver hiring outcomes, and it also publishes career advice and salary guides for job seekers.