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Posted 21 July, 2026

Financial Accountant

Heap & Co
Cambridge, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Financial Accountant

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Cambridge (Hybrid)

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Full-time | Permanent

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Heap & Co are looking for a Financial Accountant to join our large, global client’s Finance team in Cambridge. This is a hands-on role offering real ownership across the end-to-end accounting cycle, with excellent exposure and clear scope for progression.

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The Role

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As Financial Accountant, you’ll take ownership of monthly and annual financial reporting, tax and support payroll. You will also support wider areas such as planning, treasury, systems, controls and audit.

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This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified or near-qualified accountant looking for breadth, responsibility and visibility in a fast-moving environment.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Year-end audit and tax support
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  • Preparation of statutory accounts.
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  • VAT and corporation tax.
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  • Prepare monthly management accounts.
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  • Balance sheet reconciliations
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  • Continuously improve the month-end close process
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  • Bank reconciliations
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  • Support monthly payroll
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About You

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You will bring a proactive, can-do attitude and enjoy working in a varied and evolving environment. You will be confident managing your own workload, with strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly and constructively.

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Your Experience

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  • Preparation of accounts in line with accounting standards
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  • VAT and corporation tax
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  • Balance sheet reconciliation
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  • Payroll
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  • Strong technical accounting knowledge
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Qualifications

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  • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified.
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What is on offer:

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  • Annual bonus
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  • 25 days’ holiday plus UK bank holidays
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  • Hybrid working
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  • Ongoing investment in your development and skills
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  • Genuine ownership, visibility and the chance to grow.
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Please apply to this Financial Accountant role today if you are interested and fit the profile.