Posted 30 July, 2026
Senior Financial Accountant
Michael Page Banking
London, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to take a broad, hands-on role across financial control, reporting, finance operations and governance within a regulated financial services environment. The position offers good exposure to senior stakeholders, process improvement initiatives and the chance to help shape a scaling business.
\nClient Details
\nOur client is a rapidly growing banking business, providing a range of banking and financial solutions and are investing heavily in growth, technology and operational excellence.
\nDescription
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- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements. \n
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial reporting standards and regulations. \n
- Oversee and manage month-end and year-end close processes. \n
- Coordinate with external auditors during audits and ensure timely completion. \n
- Analyse financial data and provide insights for decision-making. \n
- Maintain strong financial controls and address any discrepancies. \n
- Support the budgeting and forecasting process as needed. \n
Profile
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- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ICAS, CPA or CIMA), or nearing qualification. \n
- Experience within banking, financial services or another regulated environment. \n
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting requirements. \n
- Proven experience of month-end close, reconciliations and financial control. \n
- Exposure to statutory accounts and external audit processes. \n
- Strong Excel and data analysis capabilities. \n
- Experience with finance systems and a proactive approach to process improvement. \n
- Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills. \n
Job Offer
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- Competitive salary. \n
- Hybrid working model. \n
- Private healthcare and additional wellbeing benefits. \n
- Generous pension contribution. \n
- Life assurance and income protection cover. \n
- Strong learning, development and career progression opportunities. \n
- Inclusive culture and modern working environment. \n
