Financial Accountant

Job Overview

Are you a qualified or part-qualified accountant with strong financial reporting and month-end experience? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced commercial environment where accuracy, analysis, and financial control are critical?

We’re looking for a Financial Reporting Accountant to join our finance team, supporting the delivery of accurate month-end reporting, balance sheet integrity, revenue accounting, and financial compliance. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of key reporting activities, work closely with senior finance stakeholders, and contribute to continuous improvement across the finance function.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
• Enhanced Annual Leave – Enjoy a great work-life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
• Exciting Career Growth – Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
• Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with our contributory pension scheme.
• Life Assurance for Peace of Mind – Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
• Exclusive Gym Discounts – Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Perks – Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money while staying active with tax-free bike purchases.
• Retail & Staff Discounts – Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.

Key Responsibilities

Month-end reporting

• Deliver assigned month-end activities within deadlines

• Prepare and post journals for rebates, revenue adjustments, accruals, provisions, and reclassifications

• Review and clear suspense and control accounts

• Investigate unusual transactions and balance movements

Revenue and rebate accounting

• Maintain and reconcile customer rebate reserves and accruals

• Prepare accounting entries for customer incentives, licences, referals etc.

• Support revenue recognition and deferred revenue accounting

• Monitor the financial impact of commercial agreements

Balance sheet controls

• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules

• Reconcile key accounts including inventory provisions, rebate reserves, deferred revenue, VAT, investments, and revenue control accounts

• Investigate and resolve reconciliation differences

• Support compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements

Financial analysis and reporting

• Analyse financial data and identify significant movements and trends

• Prepare reporting schedules and supporting documentation

Skills and Experience

We’re looking for someone who combines technical accounting expertise with strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively across multiple priorities.

Essential

• Qualified or part-qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent

• Experience of month-end close and financial reporting

• Strong understanding of balance sheet reconciliations and journal preparation

• Knowledge of accruals, provisions, and revenue accounting

• Strong Excel skills

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities

Desirable

• Experience within a large commercial organisation

• Knowledge of SOX controls and financial compliance

• Experience with ERP systems

• Understanding of inventory and stock accounting

Why Work for LKQ

This role offers the opportunity to develop your technical accounting expertise while gaining exposure to a broad range of financial reporting and commercial activities.

You’ll benefit from:

• A varied and technically challenging financial reporting role

• Exposure to senior finance stakeholders

• Opportunities to improve processes and strengthen financial controls

• A collaborative and supportive finance environment

• Strong career development opportunities

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact on financial reporting quality, controls, and business performance, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your finance career.