Financial Manager/Accountant, UK

Location: London, UK
Employment Type: Full-time

HI! 
SFORS trades in the global financial markets and are among the key proprietary trading players and pre-market trading leaders.
Our company owes its 20 years of success in the stock market to constantly investing in talent development, trading technologies, progressive risk management models, and effective trading strategies — all of which drive trader success.
SFORS operates exclusively with proprietary funds, without any third-party investments.

We are looking for an experienced Financial Manager/ Accountant to take full ownership of statutory accounting, financial management, tax compliance, and treasury operations for our UK entity. This role is critical in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely, high-quality reporting while supporting management with actionable financial insights.

Key Responsibilities:

Statutory Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Maintain full statutory accounting records in accordance with IFRS.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

• Maintain the general ledger, reconciliations, and complete supporting documentation.

• Ensure daily bookkeeping of statutory and management accounts with 100% accuracy.

• Coordinate and support external auditors and accounting advisors.

• Ensure on-time submission of statutory accounts with zero regulatory penalties.

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Manage VAT registration, filings, and compliance.

• Ensure full compliance with HMRC requirements, deadlines, and correspondence.

• Prepare management accounts and support annual tax planning.

• Ensure accurate and timely tax filings, with no compliance breaches.

Financial Management & Control

• Develop, monitor, and manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.

• Establish and maintain internal financial controls, approval workflows, and policies.

• Monitor financial performance and highlight deviations from plan.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage company bank accounts, payment approvals, and payment processing.

• Monitor daily cash balances and liquidity.

• Prepare accurate monthly cash flow forecasts.

• Deliver daily, weekly, and monthly P&L and cash reports on time and with high accuracy.

Reporting & Timeliness (KPIs)

• Monthly management accounts delivered within 5 business days.

• Daily and weekly P&L and cash reporting delivered accurately and on time.

• Zero late filings or regulatory penalties.

Cost Control & Efficiency

• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.

• Improve finance process efficiency, reducing manual work and operational errors.

• Drive continuous improvement across finance operations.

Business Support

• Provide clear, high-quality financial insights to management.

• Proactively identify financial risks and opportunities.

• Act as a trusted finance partner to the business.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in UK accounting or finance roles.

• Strong knowledge of UK tax, HMRC requirements, and statutory reporting.

• Experience in trading, fintech, investment firms, or financial services is a strong advantage.

• Proficiency with accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, or similar).

• High attention to detail with a strong ownership mindset.

• Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a team.

• Experience in fast-paced or regulated environments.

Key Competencies:

• High ownership and accountability

• Strong analytical and structured thinking

• Excellent attention to detail

• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset

• Excellent communication, organisation, and project management skills

Education & Languages:

• ACCA / CIMA certification or equivalent qualification, or a relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

• English: Advanced

• Ukrainian: Advanced

What We Offer

At SFORS, we are committed to creating an environment where ambitious professionals can thrive, grow, and perform at their highest potential.

• Competitive and performance-aligned compensation package

• Clear opportunities for long-term professional growth and strategic career development

• A high-trust, collaborative environment with strong ownership culture

• Direct exposure to business decision-making and impact at scale

   

  In addition, we provide:

• Corporate housing access - up to 2-3 weeks per year of free accommodation in Larnaca (Cyprus) and Dubai for vacations, business trips, or work-related travel

• Comprehensive health insurance, including annual medical check-ups

• Psychological support program (up to 4 sessions per month)

• Partial compensation for tennis training, gym memberships, other sports activities, rehabilitation, massages, and participation in competitions (including international events)

• Partial reimbursement for external professional education and certifications

• Full access to internal educational, cultural, and entertainment initiatives, including guest lectures