Financial AccountantLeeds (Hybrid Working)Up to £55,00012-Month Fixed-Term ContractElevation Recruitment Group are pleased to be working with a well-established organisation in Leeds to recruit a Financial Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking for ownership of statutory reporting, audit management and international entity support within a collaborative finance team.Key Responsibilities:Preparation of statutory financial statements under UK GAAP and local IFRSDay-to-day coordination of external audits, liaising with auditors and tracking deliverablesPosting and reconciling statutory adjustmentsSupporting month-end and balance sheet reconciliationsCoordinating and reviewing German VAT returns with external advisorsPerforming VAT reconciliations and assisting with local tax reportingSupporting process improvements and systems enhancementsAbout You:Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)Experience preparing statutory accountsStrong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRSConfident managing audits and working cross-functionallyStrong Excel skillsVAT experience and/or German language skills desirableIf you are looking for a varied Financial Accountant role offering real responsibility and exposure, we would love to hear from you.