Financial Accountant

We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join our Finance team, providing accounting support across LKQ UK legal entities and standalone reporting divisions. This is a key role with exposure to financial reporting, intercompany accounting, statutory accounts, and audit, offering the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. What we offer Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive. Enhanced Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) – 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. 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 Support month-end close activities, including postings, variance analysis, and preparation of management account packs Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data Prepare monthly accounts for small subsidiary entities and standalone divisions, including intercompany reconciliation and elimination submissions to support group consolidation Reconcile intercompany accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner Prepare statutory financial statements under FRS 102 and support external audit requests to tight deadlines Contribute to group disclosure packs and financial reporting requirements Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and relevant laws, supporting a robust internal control environment Support the tax team with transfer pricing arrangements and intercompany loan agreements Actively identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within intercompany and financial reporting processes Provide day-to-day support to the Financial Reporting Manager Deliver ad hoc financial support as required by the business Skills and Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Proven experience preparing a full set of management accounts for a legal entity under FRS 102 Strong experience supporting external audits and responding to audit queries within tight timelines Able to manage end-to-end intercompany accounting transactions Strong analytical skills with a solution-focused mindset Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and meeting multiple deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with non-finance stakeholders Able to work independently, use initiative, and manage competing priorities Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach