Finance Analyst jobs

Group Financial Accountant London Leisure & Hospitality Newly Qualified (ACA/ACCA) Up to £60,000 + 15% bonus A fast‑growing leisure business in London is looking to hire a Group Financial Accountant, the ideal first move for a newly qualified accountant stepping out of practice and into a dynamic, commercially minded environment. This is a chance to join a brand that's expanding, investing, and genuinely enjoyable to be part of. You'll work closely with a high‑calibre finance team, gain exposure to senior leadership, and take ownership of core group reporting processes while also getting involved in projects as the business continues to scale. The Role You'll play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial reporting across the group, supporting both statutory and management reporting cycles. Alongside this, you'll help strengthen controls, improve processes, and support the wider finance team as the business grows. Key responsibilities include: Preparing consolidated monthly accounts and supporting group reporting packs Leading on statutory accounts preparation and managing the audit process Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow reporting Maintaining and improving financial controls across the group Assisting with balance sheet reviews and reconciliations Supporting the implementation of new systems, processes, and reporting improvements Getting involved in ad‑hoc projects linked to growth, new sites, and operational performance About You This role is designed for someone making their first move out of practice, bringing strong technical grounding and a desire to apply it in a fast‑paced, commercial setting. You'll likely be: Newly qualified ACA/ACCA (or exam‑qualified) from a top‑tier or mid‑tier practice Experienced in audit, accounts prep, or similar technical areas Confident working with complex financial information and producing high‑quality outputs Comfortable working with stakeholders across the business Keen to learn, curious about how a business operates, and ready to take ownership Interested in the leisure/hospitality/consumer space and the pace that comes with it Why Join? Salary up to £60,000 plus 15% bonus A growing, well‑backed leisure brand with exciting expansion plans A supportive, ambitious finance team with strong mentorship Real ownership from day one Exposure to senior leadership and commercial decision‑making A fun, collaborative culture with a genuine passion for the product and customer experience Clear progression opportunities as the group continues to scale

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Financial Controller to join an established business based in Epping, Essex. This is a full-time, 100% office-based position working 8:30am-5:30pm (5:00pm Friday), reporting directly to the Finance Director. The salary is negotiable depending on experience and includes 20 days holiday plus bank holiday. This is a pivotal role with full ownership of the finance function, requiring an experienced accountant with several years' experience in a similar position. You will be responsible for managing all ledgers, preparing and posting journals, ensuring timely month-end close, and producing accurate monthly management accounts within agreed deadlines. The role includes gross margin analysis, stock cut-off validation, VAT returns, corporation tax payments, audit preparation, and draft statutory accounts. You will oversee cashflow management, approve BACS payments, review credit limits, and maintain strong financial controls to safeguard company assets. Additional responsibilities include supervision of payroll and HMRC compliance, staff management and development, oversight of stock reporting and inventory reconciliation, foreign currency payments and letters of credit, environmental returns, property investment accounting, and maintaining and improving internal systems and Excel-based reporting. The successful candidate will be commercially aware, proactive, detail-oriented, and confident delivering accurate financial information to support strategic decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Financial Controller seeking a broad, high-responsibility role within a stable and growing business. Apply now for a confidential discussion.

Our Client seeks a Qualified Management Accountant to join their team on a permanent basis. The Management Accountants reports into the Head of Finance and would oversee accounting procedures and prepare forecasts and budgets. Bridging the gap between accounting and business leadership, providing the internal financial insights necessary for strategic decision-making Duties of the Management Accountant include: Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and variance analysis to highlight trends. Cost reporting process and cost analysis. Conducting monthly reviews of management accounts Business modelling Drive financial reporting and presentation. Oversee accounting procedure and preparing forecasts, budgets, and analysis. Provide financial advice to internal stakeholders and senior management on the implications of business decisions, such as market expansion or new product launches. Develop and maintain financial systems, policies, and internal controls to ensure regulatory compliance. Ad-hoc projects Requirements for the Management Accountant include: Qualified Accountant Excellent attention to detail and strong technical ability Strong communication and business partnering skills. Advanced Excel skills Strong cost reporting experience. Hybrid working

KennedyPearce are hiring a detail-oriented Senior Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing finance team. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, you will play a key role in supporting AP operations across multiple business units. This role works closely with both the AP team and the wider finance function, and requires someone who can work accurately, efficiently, and to tight deadlines. Key Responsibilities: Support the transition to a new ERP system (SAP), including data clean-up, data migration, user acceptance testing, and system reconciliations. Maintain AP mailboxes and provide strong supplier support. Set up new suppliers and verify vendor details in Microsoft Dynamics 365. Process and review supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments. Prepare weekly payment lists, process bank payments, and liaise with Financial Controllers for approval. Manage AP filing across SharePoint/OneDrive. Review and process manual expenses and Concur-submitted expenses across multiple businesses. Monitor company credit card statements and follow up on missing submissions. Prepare AP journals for approval and assist with reporting, analysis, and ad-hoc finance projects. Support annual statutory audits by preparing documentation and schedules. Collaborate closely with AP colleagues to ensure all AP functions are covered and delivered efficiently. Qualifications & Requirements: Strong, proven experience in Accounts Payable. High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and suppliers. Team-focused, motivated, and reliable. Confident in Excel with strong numerical skills. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SAP is beneficial (training provided). Some experience handling foreign currencies is an advantage.