Kennedypearce are working alongside an international bank who are looking to expand their team and bring on 3 x Financial Accountants on a 6 month FTC paying £60-64k.

Main Duties Include

• Prepares sections of the year-end financial statements with all required disclosures and notes accurately and to a tight deadline
• Prepare periodic internal financial management reporting.
• Ensures the accounting policies of the Bank/Donor Funds are up-to-date and consistent with IFRS
• Undertakes investigations and inspections of data in accordance with established procedure to identify and quantify potential accounting postings required
• Maintains the accounting and reporting systems, files and other records required for the Bank and Donor Funds to ensure accurate and timely information
• Reviews transactions booked in front office systems and posted to the accounting systems for accuracy and appropriateness
• Provides advice to internal clients relating to relevant financial products or transactions
• Contributes to the development of procedures to ensure the accounting department best responds to the needs of the Bank/Donors
• Review and sign off of team members' journals to ensure accuracy
• Produces work in compliance with the Bank's Internal Controls Framework
• Liaises with internal and external auditors and responds to queries

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifiifcations

• Educated to degree level
• ACA qualified or equivalent
• Fluent English language skills, both verbal and written
• Significant relevant accounting experience, preferably in a Financial Services setting
• Statutory financial accounts preparation and/or audit experience on financial accounts
• Strong numerical and financial skills with the ability to interpret financial information
• Fully competent in own practise area
• Working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards
• Strong computer skills with emphasis on Excel
• Experience with SAP or equivalent accounting system preferable
• Experience within a top 10 practice firm