Interim Group Financial Accountant

Group Financial Accountant - FTC

• 9 Month FTC
• Hybrid Working
• £65K - £70K

We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Group Financial Accountant to join our finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering accurate, timely, and compliant group financial reporting while supporting the continuous improvement of our reporting processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated group financial statements.
• Assist with the group consolidation process, including intercompany eliminations and consolidation adjustments.
• Ensure financial reporting complies with relevant accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and internal accounting policies.
• Review financial submissions from regional entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and external financial reporting requirements.
• Support the year-end and interim audit processes, including preparing supporting documentation and responding to auditor queries.
• Maintain and update group accounting policies, reporting guidance, and financial reporting procedures.
• Analyse financial performance and provide meaningful insights to support business decision-making.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring the integrity of key financial accounts.
• Work collaboratively with finance teams across the organisation to resolve reporting and consolidation issues.
• Contribute to the enhancement of financial reporting, consolidation processes, and reporting systems.
• Support the implementation of new accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in strengthening financial controls, governance, and compliance across the Group.
• Produce ad hoc financial reports, analysis, and information requested by senior management.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience in group reporting, financial reporting, or a similar accounting role.
• A strong understanding of group consolidations and financial reporting principles.
• Knowledge of IFRS (or equivalent accounting standards such as UK GAAP).
• ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified
• BPC consolidation tool experience
• Excellent analytical skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• OneSource experience
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.