Group Financial Accountant
Location: Crawley
Salary: £70K - £80K
Our client, a fast‑growing international organisation, is seeking an experienced Group Financial Accountant to support and oversee the financial operations of its global entities. This is a key role responsible for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across international accounting, consolidation, tax, and statutory reporting activities.
This position is ideal for a technically strong accountant with hands‑on experience in multi‑entity environments and a solid understanding of IFRS, US GAAP, and international tax.
Key Responsibilities
Produce and review monthly, quarterly, and year‑end consolidated financial statements for international entities (IFRS & US GAAP).
Oversee international tax compliance, including direct/indirect taxes, transfer pricing, and global regulatory filings.
Ensure adherence to IFRS, US GAAP, and local statutory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Work closely with third‑party finance teams and external auditors to manage international audits and statutory submissions.
Reconcile and explain local statutory to US GAAP differences.
Collaborate regularly with colleagues across global offices to maintain consistent financial processes and controls.
Candidate Profile
Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent).
Strong technical accounting background with experience in international finance.
Solid working knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, transfer pricing, and global tax regulations.
Proven experience handling intercompany accounting and multi‑currency transactions.
Skilled communicator with the ability to work effectively with global teams and external stakeholders.
Previous experience liaising with external auditors.
High attention to detail, proactive, and comfortable working to deadlines.
Strong systems capability and advanced Excel skills.