Financial Reporting and Controls Accountant

Are you ACA/ACCA qualified and looking to make your first move from practice into a commercially focused, regulatory finance role? Do you want to play a key role in strengthening financial controls and delivering high-impact reporting in a fast-paced, regulated business? Are you ready to work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to board-level reporting from day one?

We are thrilled to be supporting a market-leading, customer-first business known for its national presence and ambitious growth based in Wednesbury. The company is currently on a journey to enhance its financial governance and regulatory landscape - and this is your chance to be at the centre of that transformation. As Financial Reporting and Controls Accountant, you'll take ownership of financial compliance reporting for the group's regulated entities. You'll support submissions to regulatory bodies, as well as provide insights to the Risk & Audit Committee and the Board. The role offers a balance of technical financial reporting, regulatory engagement, and hands-on financial controls testing and improvement.

This role comes with an annual salary of up to £60,000.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for regulatory bodies.
• Support the preparation of board-level reporting on compliance and governance for regulated subsidiaries
• Own financial accounting activities for specific regulated entities within the group
• Develop and maintain robust internal controls across the organisation
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand the regulatory impact of business decisions
• Monitor industry and governance changes, recommending updates to internal control frameworks
• Lead on compliance reporting related to financial covenants and refinancing activity
• Collaborate with external auditors on controls testing and evidence provision

Candidate Experience, Qualifications and Skills:

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
• Strong understanding of IFRS and financial regulations
• Previous experience preparing or reviewing regulatory reporting
• Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, prioritise tasks and drive continuous improvement
• Confident working with stakeholders at all levels, including auditors and board members
• Comfortable working autonomously with an eye for detail and accuracy

Benefits Include:

• Annual salary up to £60,000
• Hybrid working - 2 days in the office
• Annual bonus up to 10%
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to purchase more
• Opportunities for professional development and internal progression

Ready to join a business where your financial reporting expertise will directly influence strategic outcomes? Apply today!

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