Robertson Bell are recruiting a Lead Financial Accountant for a well-established education institution. This is a senior technical accounting role responsible for statutory reporting, financial control, compliance, and external reporting within a complex multi-entity environment, while also leading a Financial Accounting team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and consolidated financial statements

• Oversee consolidations, intercompany reconciliations, and audit working papers

• Manage regulatory reporting requirements and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards

• Oversee VAT, corporation tax, and wider tax compliance activities

• Coordinate the external audit process and act as a key contact for external advisors

• Review balance sheet reconciliations, month-end reporting, and financial controls

• Manage reporting timetables and ensure timely delivery across ...