Statutory Accountant
London
Contract up to 6 months
£80k equivalent
cer Financial are working with an established international financial institution based in Central London. They are looking for an experienced Statutory Accountant to join their team on a 4-6 month contract, paying up to £80k equivalent.
The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the Deputy Head of Finance in preparing and finalising Statutory accounts in line with local UK GAAP and IAS 39. You will make sure compliance with relevant regulations and milestones.
You will be involved in the year-end close process - collaborating with internal finance teams and external auditors.
Duties:
· You will have experience prepare and complete year-end statutory Financial Statements.
· Also, the incumbent will ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., UK GAAP and other local standards).
· Collaborating with auditors to prepare audit schedules and answering queries.
· Managing year-end adjustments, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and intercompany recharges.
· Trial balances reconciliation to Statutory accounts.
· Working with tax teams to support year-end tax calculations and disclosures.
· Maintaining and improving documentation of year-end procedures and internal controls.
Education, Qualifications & Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, and Finance
· Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA).
· 5-10 years’ experience in Financial and Statutory accounting (financial services).
· Experience preparing statutory accounts under relevant GAAP.
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