Financial Accountant

Title: Financial Accountant

Location: Leeds (Hybrid working – 2/3 days WFH)

Salary: £48,000 - £55,000 + discretionary bonus & benefits package

Our client is a real estate group with a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and mixed-use assets across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Financial Accountant to join their Leeds-based finance team.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role will support financial reporting, month-end processes, and business partnering activities across the group.

Responsibilities

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• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reporting packs
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• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and P&L analysis
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• Support month-end and year-end close processes
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• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting
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• Support the external audit process and liaise with advisers
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• Produce financial commentary and variance analysis for stakeholders
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• Identify opportunities to improve processes and controls
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Requirements

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• ACA or ACCA qualified accountant
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• Trained within a Big 4 or Top 20/50 accountancy practice with an external audit background
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• Experience gained within industry following qualification would be advantageous
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• Property development, real estate, construction, or related sector experience would be beneficial
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• Strong financial reporting and analytical skills
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• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail
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• Confident communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders across the business
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