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Senior Financial Accountant - Publishing

  • Location: Chichester
  • Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum + Bonus + Package
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 1 day ago

  • Sector: finance
  • Type: hybrid
  • Contact: Tom Chadwick
  • Contact Email: tom.chadwick@handle.co.uk
  • Expiry Date: 11 March 2026
  • Job Ref: BBBH113077

Senior Financial Accountant - Publishing

Leading Publishing House are looking for a qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA Financial Accountant with 2 years PQE to own the financial accounting areas and ensure balance sheet integrity, tax compliance and accounting accuracy.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead inventory and stock accounting including reconciliations and provisions

  • Support group reporting, FPM reconciliations and hard‑close processes

  • Prepare UK and overseas tax analysis and returns including CT, VAT and withholding taxes

  • Prepare statutory accounts, audit packs and year‑end accounting schedules

  • Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and complex journals

  • Lead VAT/GST preparation and review process

  • Prepare and review payroll journals and overseas tax filings

  • Provide day‑to‑day guidance, coaching and support to junior finance team members

  • Own technical accounting judgements and supporting documentation

  • Contribute to internal controls development and periodic reviews

  • Identify efficiency opportunities across month‑end, reporting and reconciliation processes

  • Develop and maintain finance SOPs and control documentation

  • Draft accounting papers or memos to document positions taken

  • Lead or contribute to finance projects such as system upgrades, automation initiatives or policy changes

  • Support finance leadership with one‑off analysis, modelling or insight to inform business decisions.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Chartered accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with at least 2+ years PQE

  • Strong technical accounting and tax knowledge

  • Experience in publishing, media or inventory-heavy environments is desirable

  • Ability to manage complexity, audits and senior stakeholder queries

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