Group Financial Accountant

Our client is currently recruiting for a Group Financial Accountant to join our Group Finance team. The role will play a key part in maintaining and strengthening the compliance, governance and financial control framework.

Client Details

Our client is based in Bath and are currently looking to hire into their Group Finance function, focusing on delivering high-quality financial management and compliance within the accounting and finance department.

Description

The Group Financial Accountant will be responsible for;

• Assist in the preparation of half yearly Group consolidations for statutory purposes
• Support subsidiary entity finance teams with monthly and annual reporting requirements and areas of accounting focus
• Obtain and review monthly reporting packages, reviewing key accounts (e.g. AR, AP, VAT, inter-company)
• Provide oversight, challenge and support to finance teams across multiple locations
• Development of local finance functions in relation to IFRS reporting to enable IFRS accounting locally
• Ensure all intercompany eliminations on consolidation are managed monthly and any corrections at entity level are performed
• Preparation of technical accounting papers, policy applications, complex IFRS topics
• Act as key Group contact for external auditors, manage audit queries, coordinate subsidiary audit processes
• Work collaboratively with our ESG team to ensure ongoing compliance with evolving sustainability and reporting requirements, while actively contributing to the development of enhanced processes, insights and capabilities that support the Group's long-term ESG strategy
• Assist in ensuring general accounting is accurate and complies with IFRS and Group accounting policies
• Prepare and deliver specific analyses and support for internal and external audit requirements, liaising with the auditors and colleagues across the business as required
• Assistance with individual entity financial statement and corporation tax filings across the Group
• Continuous improvement of processes and controls across the Group, and further development of the consolidation system
• Work closely with the Group finance team also based in Bath, as well as subsidiary entities on wider projects and activities

Profile

The successful Group Financial Accountant should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• Experience in financial reporting and consolidation within a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards and statutory requirements.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £70,000 per annum.
• Permanent position with opportunities for professional growth.
• Located in the historic city of Bath with convenient transportation links.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the accounting and finance department of a leading organisation. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Group Financial Accountant!