Financial Accountant – Corporate

About the role

We are seeking a qualified Financial Accountant to join the finance team of a leading global private investment firm in Mayfair, London. The role will provide broad exposure to corporate accounting, statutory reporting, financial controls and business partnering within a high‑performing international organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting financial reports.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and year‑end financial statements.
• Support month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Prepare and review balance‑sheet reconciliations and maintain general‑ledger integrity.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities.
• Prepare VAT returns and support corporate tax compliance.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisers and other professional advisers.
• Maintain and enhance financial controls, policies and accounting processes.
• Produce financial analysis and reports for senior management.
• Support finance transformation initiatives and continuous process improvements.
• Contribute to ad‑hoc projects across the wider finance function.

Required profile

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Experience in private equity, investment management, asset management, banking, financial services or a regulated corporate environment, or from a leading accountancy practice.
• Strong financial accounting and statutory reporting experience.
• Excellent technical accounting knowledge and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Proactive and collaborative approach.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel.
• Proficiency with financial systems.

What we offer

• Competitive salary with bonus.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Hybrid working model.
• Opportunities for career development within a global investment firm.
• Exposure to a variety of finance functions and transformation projects.