Financial Accountant
CV-LibraryKingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, United KingpermanentPosted: 26 March 2026
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GlobalData is a specialist information services business helping clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Formed in 2016, we bring together deep sector expertise, trusted data, and innovative solutions across 20+ industries. Today, we have over 3,500 colleagues globally, supporting more than 5,000 customers.
About the Role
This role supports the Financial Controller and plays a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
It’s a great opportunity to gain exposure to senior finance activities while contributing to a fast-growing, evolving business.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
Support preparation of group reporting packs, including consolidations
Assist with year-end statutory accounts (IFRS/UK GAAP)
Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data
Compliance & Regulatory
Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and Companies House requirements
Support tax filings with external advisors
Act as a key contact for external auditors
Control Environment
Maintain and improve financial controls and processes
Perform balance sheet reconciliations
Ensure compliance across finance functions (AP, AR, Treasury)
Operational Finance
Support core finance processes (purchase ledger, credit control, cash)
Assist with cash flow forecasting and working capital monitoring
Projects & Improvement
Support finance transformation and automation initiatives
Assist with M&A integrations and restructuring activities
Drive improvements in reporting accuracy and efficiency
Skills & Experience
Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
Audit background advantageous
Strong financial reporting and accounting knowledge
Experience with controls, compliance, and audit processes
Strong Excel and financial systems skills
Detail-oriented with strong analytical ability
Able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Key Competencies
High attention to accuracy and accountability
Proactive approach to risk and control improvement
Strong communication skills with non-finance stakeholders
Continuous improvement mindset
Collaborative and adaptable
In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed)
GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
To find out more and to apply to our roles please visit (url removed).
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GlobalData is a specialist information services business helping clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Formed in 2016, we bring together deep sector expertise, trusted data, and innovative solutions across 20+ industries. Today, we have over 3,500 colleagues globally, supporting more than 5,000 customers.
About the Role
This role supports the Financial Controller and plays a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
It’s a great opportunity to gain exposure to senior finance activities while contributing to a fast-growing, evolving business.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
Support preparation of group reporting packs, including consolidations
Assist with year-end statutory accounts (IFRS/UK GAAP)
Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data
Compliance & Regulatory
Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and Companies House requirements
Support tax filings with external advisors
Act as a key contact for external auditors
Control Environment
Maintain and improve financial controls and processes
Perform balance sheet reconciliations
Ensure compliance across finance functions (AP, AR, Treasury)
Operational Finance
Support core finance processes (purchase ledger, credit control, cash)
Assist with cash flow forecasting and working capital monitoring
Projects & Improvement
Support finance transformation and automation initiatives
Assist with M&A integrations and restructuring activities
Drive improvements in reporting accuracy and efficiency
Skills & Experience
Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
Audit background advantageous
Strong financial reporting and accounting knowledge
Experience with controls, compliance, and audit processes
Strong Excel and financial systems skills
Detail-oriented with strong analytical ability
Able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Key Competencies
High attention to accuracy and accountability
Proactive approach to risk and control improvement
Strong communication skills with non-finance stakeholders
Continuous improvement mindset
Collaborative and adaptable
In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed)
GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
To find out more and to apply to our roles please visit (url removed).
#LI-HYBRID #LI-CG1