Newly Qualified Accountant
Hays - Southampton, South East
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Job DescriptionA variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.Your new companyJoin a modern, ambitious accountancy practice that works with fast-growing SMEs and international groups. This is a firm where you're trusted, listened to, and encouraged to contribute ideas - not just produce numbers.Your new roleAs a Financial Accountant, you'll manage your own portfolio and deliver high-quality financial reporting that genuinely supports the people running the business.You'll be:Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts under FRS 102Producing clear, insight-driven monthly and quarterly management accountsStrengthening balance sheet controls and reviewing reconciliationsHandling VAT returns and day-to-day complianceBuilding cashflow forecasts and delivering meaningful financial analysisStreamlining processes and supporting cloud migrations (Xero / QBO / Sage Intacct)Working closely with Tax, Audit and Payroll to deliver a seamless serviceYou'll quickly become a trusted point of contact for finance leads and business owners who want straightforward answers, not jargon.What you'll need to succeedACA / ACCA qualifiedStrong technical grounding in UK GAAP (FRS 102); IFRS a plusConfident preparing and reviewing statutory and management accountsGood VAT knowledge and practical compliance experienceSolid experience with cloud accounting platformsProactive, organised and comfortable advising senior stakeholdersWhat you'll get in returnA genuinely supportive firm where progression is encouraged, ideas are welcomed, and flexibility is standard. xjdpvnf You'll work with interesting, growing businesses and continue building your technical and commercial skillset - without the long-hours cultureHays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at .uk
Created: 2026-03-13