Group Accountant

Job Introduction

This role reports to the Senior Group Accountant and works closely with the Deputy Group Financial Controller and Group Financial Controller as part of a highly skilled and professional Group Finance team. This key role will be responsible for accurate and timely consolidated financial reporting for the Group.

Main Responsibilities

• Monthly consolidation and preparation of Group results
• Half year results consolidation and interim accounts reporting
• Year end results consolidation and statutory financial statements including PLC consolidated accounts and 7 trading subsidiaries (all IFRS)
• Consolidating the annual budget and preparing budget reporting packs
• Providing accounting support to the operating divisions
• Liaising with external auditors during the annual audit process
• Supporting the timely completion of tax returns and payments
• Reporting the cash position of the Group through accurate daily tracking and forecasting
• Ad hoc projects / analysis as required

The Ideal Candidate

Key skills

• Attention to detail and quality work – strive to deliver highly-quality work at all times as part of a highly motivated, professional team
• Ability to work collaboratively –supportthe team to deliver against deadlines, ask questions, and get involved in projects with other departments outside Finance
• Strong communication skills – ability to summarise information, provide regular progress updates, and relay key messages'Will do' attitude - willingness to get things done, take on new projects and manage own workload

Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant, ideally 1-2 years post qualified experience
• Would suit a first-time mover from practice into industry
• Ideally Big 4 / Top 10 trained
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS)
• Experience with group accounts and consolidations would be helpful

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum + bank holidays
• Choice of company car/ car allowance
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Holiday Buy and Carry Over Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance Scheme
• Healthshield membership
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Share Purchase Plan
• Highstreet/ Store Discounts
• Development Opportunities

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