The OpportunityWe are partnering with a major UK PLC seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to support the business through a busy year-end and audit cycle. This is a hands-on technical accounting role suited to someone who is confident operating in a fast-paced, complex, and highly regulated environment.You will play a key role in delivering statutory accounts, supporting external auditors, strengthening financial controls, and ensuring all reporting meets the highest standards of compliance and accuracy.About the roleLead the preparation of year-end statutory accounts for UK entities under IFRS/FRS.Act as a primary point of contact for external auditors, ensuring an efficient audit process.Prepare technical accounting papers and support the interpretation and application of accounting standards.Produce high-quality balance sheet reconciliations and ensure robust financial controls are maintained.Support group consolidation processes and month-end close activities where required.Partner with internal finance teams to gather information, resolve queries and improve data quality.Assist in continuous improvement of financial reporting processes, systems, and controls.What we''re looking forFully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) ideally with strong technical grounding.Experience working in or with a PLC, large corporate group, or complex multi-entity environment.Strong understanding of audit, statutory reporting, and IFRS/FRS standards.Able to manage tight deadlines and prio