Group Financial Accountant

Equifind have partnered with a UK-based Investment Bank to recruit a Group Financial Accountant for their London team. The Group Financial Accountant will act as a key liaison between finance and the wider business. The role requires a strong mix of technical expertise, commercial acumen, and interpersonal skills to deliver financial analysis, strategic guidance, and support to senior management and department heads. The company has a track record of exceptional retention, underpinned by a culture that develops talent from within and offers clear opportunities for progression, both in the UK and internationally. Key Duties Include:

• Manage monthly financial close, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
• Prepare monthly management accounts and statutory year-end reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across key business units
• Partner with non-finance stakeholders, providing insight and challenge
• Deliver financial analysis and modelling to support commercial decision-making
• Drive process improvements and strengthen reporting controls
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects including systems upgrades, M&A, and integration work
• Present financial information in a clear, concise way to senior leadership Experience & Qualifications:
• Qualified accountant (preferably audit-trained)
• 3+ years' experience in an audit or finance function
• Solid understanding of IFRS reporting standards
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate finance for non-finance stakeholders
• Advanced Excel and modelling skills
• Commercially astute, with proven business awareness Compensation & Benefits:
• Base salary: £60–65,000
• Annual bonus (performance-based)
• 25 days' annual leave
• Employer pension contribution
• Private healthcare
• Gym membership