Knight Frank is looking to hire a Financial Accountant to join our Accounts department based in our Baker Street Head Office.

We are the world’s leading independent international property consultancy, headquartered in the UK, offering agency and professional advice across Commercial, Residential and Rural sectors. Established in 1896, Knight Frank now comprises a global network of over 20,000 people in 600+ Offices across 50 Territories.

Why Knight Frank?

Role:

We are looking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to lead the production of the Group consolidated financial statements and also for the Group's UK entities. This role will involve coordinating the Group financial consolidation process, liaising with external auditors, and staying informed about evolving financial reporting standards to ensure compliance and maintain the integrity of the financial reporting process across the organisation.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Preparation and co-ordination of the annual Consolidation.
• Co-ordination and collection of group tax reporting (CBC/Pillar 2).
• Prepare and submit financial statements to the FCA for the regulated entities.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations and accounting standards reporting under FRS 102 UK GAAP.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes and systems for efficiency and accuracy.
• Implement best practices in accounting and reporting.
• Working with the Management Accounts team to ensure data is suitable for the preparation of the financial statements.
• Provide the Tax Team with the necessary information to prepare the tax computations and financial reporting figures and disclosures.
• Communication with Group entities regarding accounting guidance and annual instructions.
• Working with the Compliance Officers in the regulated entities, providing financial information for submission to the FCA.
• Organising iXBRL tagging of all relevant financial statements and send to the Tax Team by their deadlines.
• Implementation of revised FRS102 (particularly revenue recognition and finance leases) across the Group.
• Other projects as required.

Key Experience Required:

• ACA qualified.
• c3 years of experience in financial accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards (GAAP/IFRS).
• Proficiency in accounting software (SAP) and MS Excel / Word.

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Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals and provide equal opportunities for everyone.  We also offer reasonable adjustments to ensure all candidates have a fair chance during the recruitment process.