Assistant Financial Accountant – Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)Our Fintech client is seeking an Assistant Financial Accountant to join their team on a fixed term contract covering maternity leave. Reporting directly to the Head of Accounting, the successful candidate will support general ledger accounting and analysis activities across multiple legal entities.This role offers a unique opportunity to combine financial industry expertise with exposure to cutting-edge technology in a dynamic, international work environment. You’ll work closely with experienced professionals and major financial institutions, gaining valuable skills and expanding your professional network within the fast-paced fintech sector.Their solutions enable clients to streamline operations in areas such as portfolio management, trading and order management, compliance, accounting, performance analytics, reporting, and more.Key Responsibilities
Prepare month-end accruals and prepayments
Assist with fixed asset accounting, including additions and disposals
Analyse large volumes of transactions for variance and trend reporting
Perform monthly reconciliation of balance sheet and control accounts, and resolve outstanding variances
Upload balance sheet account reconciliations into the Cadency SOX tool in line with monthly deadlines
Collaborate with colleagues to address miscoding and process issues
Support audit queries from PwC
Contribute to and promote a consistent culture of quality and integrity
Your Experience
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables
Strong understanding of general accounting principles: double-entry, accruals, and fixed assets
Proven ability to analyse large datasets
Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and controls
Familiarity with Workday GL is preferred
AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or Degree qualifications are desirable but not essential
