Financial Accountant

Reference: 4806264Job ID: 5399808Posted: 2026-06-16Closing date: 2026-09-14Location: ExeterSalary: Competitive (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Retail & Consumer Goods / Senior Finance QualifiedCompany: HaysConsultant: Thomas HayesHays office: Exeter — Office G20, Brook House,, Winslade Park Ave, Manor Drive,Phone: 01392 348 871Email: thomas.hayes@hays.comFinancial AccountantLocation: Exeter (Hybrid) Salary: Up to 50,000 per annumContract Type: Open to Temporary-to-Permanent and Permanent ApplicantsThe OrganisationHays are working in partnership with a rapidly growing retail organisation with a strong and expanding online presence, based in Exeter.Due to continued growth and investment across the business, they are looking to strengthen their finance function with the addition of a Financial Accountant. This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic environment where finance plays a key role in supporting commercial and operational decision-making.The RoleAs Financial Accountant, you will take ownership of one of the group entities, with responsibility for delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting audits, and managing client funds.You will also work closely with the Group Financial Controller on group-wide accounting matters and play a key role in ongoing finance transformation and improvement initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesProduction of monthly management accounts, including: Balance sheet reconciliationsRevenue reconciliationsJournal postingsPreparation and submission of VAT returnsActing as the main point of contact for external auditors for your business unitEnsuring client funds are managed accurately and in line with requirementsSupporting month-end processes across other group entities when requiredAssisting with finance projects, including: Systems improvements and transformationStrengthening financial controls and processesEnhancing reporting capabilitiesSkills & Experience RequiredSolid experience of month-end processes and management accountingStrong understanding of financial controls and process improvementAbility to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider teamStrong Excel skillsDesirableKnowledge of revenue recognition principlesExperience within software or recurring revenue environments (advantageous)ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, or late-stage studierWhy Apply?Opportunity to join a fast-growing, forward-thinking businessExposure to group-level finance and transformation projectsA role offering both ownership and variety, with clear impact on the businessFlexible hiring approach – open to interim, temp-to-perm, and permanent candidates #4806264 - Thomas Hayes