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Accountant

ABL Recruitment
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

London, Greater London E10 6EJ, England

Salary

£32 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for an experienced accountant in Shoreditch, London, with a start date of 24th March 2025.
  • The role offers a contract length initially until 31st December 2025, with a strong possibility of extension into 2026.
  • The hourly rate is £32.00 per hour (PAYE), and candidates should have 4-5 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in retail, grocery, or FMCG.
  • Key responsibilities include month-end activities, project leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and data analysis for financial insights.
  • Essential skills include knowledge of US-GAAP or IFRS standards, proficiency in financial tools, and strong analytical abilities.

Location: Shoreditch, London (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)

Start Date: 24th March 2025

Contract Length: Initially until 31st December 2025, with a strong possibility of extension into 2026

Rate: £32.00 per hour (PAYE)

Are you an experienced accountant with a passion for process improvement and a keen interest in the dynamic world of retail? My client is a global giant within the e-commerce industry, they are looking for an Accountant to join their Retail Accounting Projects team. This is your chance to work on critical financial initiatives, lead automation projects, and collaborate across global teams in a fast-paced and growing business environment.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Month-End Activities: Perform reconciliations and manage accounting tasks for a rapid delivery channel.
  • Project Leadership: Support automation initiatives from scoping to implementation and testing.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with accounting, tax, and tech teams globally to streamline financial operations.
  • Process Improvement: Enhance financial systems, ensuring compliance with internal controls and UK regulatory standards.
  • Data Analysis: Generate financial insights to drive decision-making in the UK grocery retail space.
  • Business Reporting: Support weekly reviews with actionable business insights and trading recommendations.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

  • 4-5 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in retail, grocery or FMCG.
  • Deep knowledge of US-GAAP or IFRS standards, including revenue accounting (IFRS 15/ASC 606).
  • Strong analytical abilities and a high level of comfort working with large data sets.
  • Proficiency in financial tools, Microsoft Excel, and automation systems.
  • A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with excellent organisational and project management skills.
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (fluent English required).

Desirable Skills:

  • Professional accounting qualifications (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
  • Experience with automation tools like Alteryx, Python, or SQL.
  • Knowledge of data visualisation platforms such as Tableau or Power BI.
  • Commercial finance experience, including P&L modelling.

Details at a Glance

  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:30-17:30
  • Flexibility: 3 days in a vibrant Shoreditch office, 2 days from home
  • Contract Duration: 9 months with a high likelihood of extension

If you're ready to make a difference in a high-impact role and grow within one of the world's most innovative companies, we'd love to hear from you!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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