A leading investment firm is seeking to hire a Senior Accountant to join its London-based finance team. The business has a strong international presence and offers a dynamic, high-performing environment with exposure across multiple areas of finance.This is a broad and hands-on role, combining core financial reporting responsibilities with involvement in day-to-day finance operations and technical accounting matters. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and play a key role in supporting the continued development of the finance function.The role offers a highly competitive salary, strong bonus potential, and a flexible hybrid working model.ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reportingPrepare management accounts and deliver meaningful financial insights to stakeholdersOversee key accounting activities including journals, reconciliations, expenses, and cash managementSupport operational finance processes such as invoice processing, bank reconciliations, payroll, and paymentsPrepare financial statements in accordance with IFRSAssist with the audit process, liaising with external auditors and coordinating deliverablesContribute to regulatory and compliance reporting requirementsSupport budgeting and forecasting processesPrepare analysis and documentation on technical accounting matters, including share-based paymentsPartner with senior finance stakeholders on ad hoc projects and business initiativesIdentify and implement improvements to processes, systems, and controlsRequirementsACA (or equivalent) qualified with post-qualified experience in a financial accounting or reporting roleStrong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRSShare-based payment experience is highly desirableExperience within financial services or a similarly regulated environment is requiredStrong Excel skills and confidence working with financial dataSolid understanding of both technical accounting and core finance processesExcellent communication skills and ability to build relationships across teamsProactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectivelyHigh attention to detail and a collaborative approach #J-18808-Ljbffr