Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant – Business Partnering & Management Accounts Location: London ISS is one of the world's leading workplace and facilities management organisations, partnering with some of the UK's largest commercial, public sector and infrastructure clients. We deliver essential services that keep businesses running, with finance playing a critical role in supporting operational performance, commercial decision-making and business growth. We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join our UK&I Controlling team in London, with a focus on management accounts, financial analysis and business partnering. Working closely with operational and commercial stakeholders across a portfolio of contracts, you will provide financial insight, support budgeting and forecasting, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. You will play an important role in understanding business performance, identifying risks and opportunities, strengthening financial controls and helping stakeholders make informed commercial decisions. Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and reviewing monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Business partnering with operational and commercial teams to understand performance, challenge variances and support decision-making.
• Analysing revenue, costs, margins and profitability, identifying trends and opportunities to improve financial performance.
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, working closely with budget holders.
• Producing financial reports and management information, translating financial data into clear and actionable insights.
• Maintaining balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and month-end journals.
• Supporting month-end close processes and ensuring compliance with internal financial controls and reporting requirements.
• Working with stakeholders to improve financial processes, strengthen cost control and drive continuous improvement.
• Supporting audit requirements and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information. We're looking for: Experience in a Financial Accountant, Management Accountant or similar finance role. Strong experience preparing management accounts, analysing financial performance and investigating variances. Proven ability to business partner with operational and commercial stakeholders, providing financial guidance and constructive challenge. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost control and financial planning. A strong understanding of month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls. ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer, committed to creating an environment where everyone can develop, grow and make a difference.