Senior Financial Accountant – 3‑Month Fixed‑Term Contract

About the role

The Senior Financial Accountant will join TCR's UK & Ireland Finance team on a three‑month fixed‑term contract. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the role is responsible for statutory reporting, audit management, VAT compliance and overall financial governance across multiple legal entities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead preparation and delivery of annual statutory financial statements for UK entities, ensuring compliance with FRS 102 and Companies Act requirements.
• Manage external audit processes, act as the primary liaison with auditors, Group Finance and local management, and drive continuous improvement in audit readiness.
• Own VAT returns, HMRC correspondence and other tax compliance activities, including Postponed Import VAT Accounting and PSA calculations.
• Prepare regulatory filings such as ONS returns, Prompt Payment Reporting and ESG‑related reports.
• Maintain supplier and customer master data governance in SAP, conduct inter‑company reconciliations and support treasury‑related matters.

Required profile

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification (essential) with at least five years post‑qualification experience in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Proven experience managing external audits, statutory reporting and VAT compliance across multiple legal entities.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder‑management skills with a solution‑focused, proactive attitude.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• SAP ERP system