Interim Group Accountant

Birmingham Source: WhatJobs
£66,582–£77,368

Interim Group Accountant

Birmingham

6 month contract

£66,582 - £77,368pa

We are seeking an experienced Interim Group Accountant to lead the production of consolidated group accounts , strengthen financial governance, and support high‑quality statutory reporting. This is a senior, technically focused assignment ideal for someone with strong consolidation experience and the ability to operate confidently in a complex, multi‑entity environment.

The Role

As Interim Group Accountant, you will take ownership of:

  • Group consolidation across multiple entities, ensuring alignment of accounting policies and reporting standards
  • Intercompany eliminations , balance reviews, and reconciliation of group‑level adjustments
  • Delivery of monthly consolidated accounts , annual statutory reporting , and audit‑ready working papers
  • Oversight of goodwill, fair‑value adjustments , and non‑controlling interest calculations
  • Strengthening financial controls, governance, and compliance with IFRS/FRS 102 and Group Accounting Manual requirements
  • Providing expert technical accounting advice to senior finance leaders
  • Supporting and mentoring the Financial Accounting team during a period of transition

What You'll Bring

  • Strong technical accounting background, ideally ACA/ACCA/CIMA
  • Proven experience producing consolidated group accounts in a complex large organisation
  • Excellent understanding of IFRS/FRS 102 , acquisition accounting, and group reporting standards
  • Ability to work at pace, manage competing deadlines, and deliver high‑quality outputs

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