Financial Accountant - #1696259

Ready to make your first move out of practice? a leading international firm in intellectual property – is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join our high-performing finance team. This is the ideal next step for a newly qualified accountant from a Big 4 or top-tier firm seeking a challenging and rewarding in-house role with real breadth and progression opportunities.

As a Financial Accountant, you’ll play a key part in the statutory reporting and financial control of a global business with a strong reputation for excellence. Reporting into a senior finance leader, you’ll gain exposure to international entities, technical accounting, and commercial finance, all within a collaborative, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts for UK and overseas entities in line with IFRS/FRS 102


• Support year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors


• Maintain robust financial controls and assist in implementing process improvements


• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure compliance with internal policies


• Assist with tax and regulatory compliance across various jurisdictions


• Partner with wider finance and business teams to deliver insight and support decision-making

What We’re Looking For:

• ACA qualified (or equivalent), ideally trained within a Big 4 firm


• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and/or IFRS


• Excellent attention to detail, with a passion for accuracy and continuous improvement


• Effective communicator who can collaborate across departments and geographies


• Commercially aware with a willingness to get involved beyond traditional reporting

A global leader in intellectual property, operating across Europe, Asia, and North America. Joining our finance team means being part of a modern, values-driven firm that invests in its people. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career beyond compliance work and contribute to a business that values innovation, collaboration, and integrity.