FINANCIAL REPORTING ACCOUNTANT (12-MONTH CONTRACT) | UP TO £60,000 | HYBRID | ST HELENS

A well-established and rapidly expanding FMCG organisation in St Helens is searching for a talented Financial Reporting Accountant to join their thriving finance team on a 12-month temporary contract. This business has built its reputation on innovation, quality, and an inclusive, people-first culture - where collaboration, flexibility, and employee wellbeing truly matter. With fantastic benefits, a supportive environment, and an exciting growth journey ahead, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

THE ROLE:

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Financial Reporting Accountant will be a key player in delivering accurate, insightful, and timely financial reporting to underpin critical business decisions. This is a great chance to work within a dynamic finance team while enjoying a hybrid working pattern for that all-important work-life balance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparation of statutory accounts in line with relevant accounting standards
• Supporting year-end and interim audit processes, acting as the key contact for external auditors
• Ensuring robust financial controls are maintained and documented
• Preparing technical accounting papers where required
• Month-end reporting activities, including reconciliations and journals
• Preparing consolidated accounts for group reporting
• Balance sheet reviews and reconciliations
• Providing financial analysis and commentary to senior stakeholders
• Assisting with the implementation of new accounting standards or group policies
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across reporting processes