Job Description

Technical Accounting and Statutory Reporting Specialist
Full-Time
43,000 - 72,000 £ / year (est.)
PCD330167

Tasks: Lead complex financial reporting and shape technical accounting strategy at a global fintech company.

Overview

Technical Accounting and Statutory Reporting Specialist - Edinburgh or the organisation
Permanent
Hybrid - £Competitive + excellent benefits
Are you an IFRS expert looking for a high-impact role within a global fintech company? Want to take the lead on complex financial reporting and help shape technical accounting strategy at Group level?
We are hiring a Technical Accounting and Statutory Reporting Specialist to join our Group Finance team. Based in either our Edinburgh or the organisation office, you will lead on statutory reporting, provide expert technical guidance, and play a key role in the delivery of high-quality Group financial statements.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant with a deep understanding of IFRS and experience navigating the complexities of group-level reporting in a fast-paced environment.

About the organisation

The organisation is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. We know the foundation to do that already exists in the wealth management industry, but complexity holds firms back. We created wealth’s growth platform to help. We provide a global, end-to-end wealth management platform that integrates modern technology with business and investment operations. All in a regulated financial institution.
We partner with over 650 financial institutions and 12,000 wealth managers, with US$1.7 trillion in assets under administration (AUA).
Together with our customers, we help over 26 million people from all wealth segments to invest in their future.
The organisation is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in either Edinburgh or the organisation, where you can thrive as a Technical Accounting and Statutory Reporting Specialist. With a strong emphasis on trust, collaboration, and high performance, employees benefit from a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and excellent benefits, alongside significant opportunities for career progression within a rapidly growing global finance function. Join us to shape the future of technical accounting while making a meaningful impact in the fintech industry.

What You Will Be Doing

You will act as the key technical lead for our Group financial reporting, helping ensure our consolidated accounts meet all relevant standards and providing trusted advice on accounting treatment for new and evolving projects.

Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and hybrid working options.
Why this job: Make a real impact on financial reporting while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.
The organisation: Qualified accountant with IFRS expertise and strong communication skills.
Other info: Opportunity for career progression within a growing global finance function.
The predicted salary is between 43,000 - 72,000 £ per year.

Why join the organisation?
The organisation is a global platform provider transforming the way wealth is managed. We partner with over 650 financial institutions and manage over $0trillion in assets. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and high performance - and you will play a vital part in shaping how we report and operate at a Group level.

You will benefit from:
A hybrid working model from Edinburgh or central the organisation
Competitive salary
Excellent benefits including pension, medical and life cover
Visibility at Senior Leadership and Audit Committee level
An opportunity to shape and modernise technical accounting at scale
Career progression within a growing global finance function
Want to lead on technical accounting in a fast-moving, future-focused organisation?
The organisation today to join the organisation as our Technical Accounting and Statutory Reporting Specialist.

day-to-day, you will:
Lead the Group’s consolidated statutory reporting process
Own and manage the IFRS-compliant year-end and quarterly reporting timetable
Provide expert technical accounting advice to the Group including advising on the application of IFRS 15, IFRS 2, IFRS 9, and IAS 36 as required
Prepare technical papers on accounting policy and new regulations
Support the preparation and presentation of quarterly finance updates to the Audit Committee
Liaise with external auditors, addressing technical questions and presenting new treatments
Oversee purchase price allocation (PPA) projects and work with external advisors on disclosures
Provide training and guidance to finance colleagues across the Group
Continuously improve reporting templates, disclosures and internal processes

What We Are Looking For

This role is ideal for a technically strong, qualified accountant who enjoys working with complex standards, partnering with stakeholders, and leading critical reporting processes.

We’d love to hear from you if you have:
Full professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ICAS, ACCA or equivalent)
Significant experience in IFRS-based statutory reporting
In-depth technical knowledge of key standards including IFRS 15, IFRS 2, IFRS 9, IAS 36
Experience drafting and reviewing statutory accounts for complex organisations
Strong report writing skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills and the ability to advise both finance and non-finance teams
Previous audit or large corporate accounting background preferred
Experience managing external auditor relationships and contributing to clean audits