Reporting Accountant ( 12 month FTC)

Darktrace is a global leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, helping organizations stay ahead of evolving threats every day.

Darktrace was built on a genuinely differentiated idea: that Adaptive AI could detect and respond to novel, real-time cyber threats. That approach matters more than ever in the era of AI.  Today, our customers depend on us to stay ahead.

At Darktrace, we are energized by that responsibility.  We work across teams and rally around a shared goal. We own outcomes end to end - step in, step up and see things through without waiting to be asked.   We make decisions with urgency, say the hard thing, and hold each other to high standards with care and directness. We move first and learn fast anticipating where our customers are going next, continuously challenging ourselves.  

We invest in the skills, learning and opportunities that help people deliver at the level their roles demand, and reward the aptitude and curiosity to grow beyond them. 

Our Values: Own It | Win as One | Raise Our Bar | Move First. Learn Fast 

Job Description:

Are you a technically strong accountant who enjoys improving processes, strengthening controls, and supporting high‑quality reporting in a fast‑growing environment? We’re looking for a Reporting Accountant to join our team on a 12‑month FTC, helping us enhance our statutory reporting, internal controls, and financial processes as the business continues to scale rapidly.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your technical expertise to a dynamic finance team, influence how we grow, and play a key role in ensuring our reporting processes remain robust, compliant, and efficient.

This is a hybrid position working  2 days per week in either our Cambridge or London office.

What will I be doing?

In this role, you will support both internal and external reporting processes, ensuring our financial information is accurate, timely, and compliant. You will also help strengthen our internal control framework and contribute to key process improvements across the finance function.

You will:

• Support internal and external financial reporting to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery.

• Assist in preparing annual consolidated financial statement disclosures within required deadlines.

• Support the production of compliant statutory accounts for the group and its subsidiaries.

• Ensure adherence to reporting procedures and controls, identifying opportunities for improvement.

• Maintain up‑to‑date internal documentation (policies, procedures, controls, authorisation matrices, etc.) and ensure these are clearly communicated and accessible across Teams/SharePoint.

• Support the design and implementation of new processes and controls in line with business growth.

• Contribute to a variety of ad hoc projects and initiatives across financial reporting and controls.

• Build strong working relationships across the UK finance team to support collaboration and cross‑functional working.

What experience do I need?

We’re looking for someone with strong technical accounting skills who thrives in a growing, changing environment.

You will bring:

• Strong technical accounting knowledge (ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent experience preferred).

• Experience preparing or supporting consolidated financial statements and statutory accounts.

• A solid understanding of internal controls, financial reporting frameworks, and risk assessment.

• Experience conducting process reviews, self‑assessments, or control testing within finance.

• Strong documentation skills and the ability to maintain clear, well‑structured internal processes.

• Experience implementing or improving finance systems, processes, or scalable controls.

• Analytical skills with the ability to identify risks and design effective mitigating controls.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.

• Confidence using Microsoft tools such as Teams and SharePoint.

As a growing business strengthening its governance and controls, this role plays a part in supporting high standards of integrity and accountability. 

Darktrace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Darktrace is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact your Talent Partner.