1. Bath based (3 days in office). Group Financial Accountant, £50,000 - £70,000
2. Excellent first move from audit or would suit a second mover in industry.
About Our Client
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.
Job Description
The Group Financial Accountant will be responsible for;
3. Assist in the preparation of half yearly Group consolidations for statutory purposes
4. Support subsidiary entity finance teams with monthly and annual reporting requirements and areas of accounting focus
5. Obtain and review monthly reporting packages, reviewing key accounts (e.g. AR, AP, VAT, inter-company)
6. Provide oversight, challenge and support to finance teams across multiple locations
7. Development of local finance functions in relation to IFRS reporting to enable IFRS accounting locally
8. Ensure all intercompany eliminations on consolidation are managed monthly and any corrections at entity level are performed
9. Preparation of technical accounting papers, policy applications, complex IFRS topics
10. Act as key Group contact for external auditors, manage audit queries, coordinate subsidiary audit processes
11. 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
12. Assist in ensuring general accounting is accurate and complies with IFRS and Group accounting policies
13. Prepare and deliver specific analyses and support for internal and external audit requirements, liaising with the auditors and colleagues across the business as required
14. Assistance with individual entity financial statement and corporation tax filings across the Group
15. Continuous improvement of processes and controls across the Group, and further development of the consolidation system
16. Work closely with the Group finance team also based in Bath, as well as subsidiary entities on wider projects and activities
The Successful Applicant
The successful Group Financial Accountant should have:
17. A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
18. Experience in financial reporting and consolidation within a corporate environment.
19. Strong knowledge of international accounting standards and statutory requirements.
20. Attention to detail and ability to manage complex financial data.
21. Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
22. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
23. A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
What's on Offer
24. Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £70,000 per annum.
25. Permanent position with opportunities for professional growth.
26. 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!