External & ESG Reporting Accountant (Hybrid)

AJ Bell plc; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment platform company based in Manchester seeks an accounting professional for a 12-month role focused on financial and strategic reporting. The position involves assisting in the preparation of key reports and ensuring compliance with ESG requirements. Ideal candidates should have experience in financial reporting, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in drafting policies. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility in work location.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme with matched contributions

Discretionary bonus scheme

Free gym membership

Health Cash Plan

Ongoing technical training

Qualifications

• Experience of financial reporting in a listed company.
• Experience in audit.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Fast learner who can work independently.
• Logical mindset with problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial and strategic reporting.
• Assist in the annual report drafting.
• Support ESG-related reporting requirements.
• Conduct ad hoc tasks and project work.

Skills

Financial reporting experience

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Fast learner

IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Motivation and flexibility

Education

Experience in a listed company

Experience in audit

Good knowledge of IFRS and FRS101

Experience in ESG and TCFD reporting

Job description

A leading investment platform company based in Manchester seeks an accounting professional for a 12-month role focused on financial and strategic reporting. The position involves assisting in the preparation of key reports and ensuring compliance with ESG requirements. Ideal candidates should have experience in financial reporting, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in drafting policies. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility in work location.