Group Accountant / German Speaker – Reading/Hybrid – £55,000 to £60,000 Plus Bonus
About the Client
A growing and well known organisation within the technology sector, this business operates across the UK and Europe. They believe in empowering their employees with the tools and trust they need to make impactful decisions. With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, the team enjoys a supportive and dynamic working environment that values integrity and professional growth.
About the Job
Working closely with the Group Reporting Manager, the Group Accountant for Germany plays a pivotal role in the preparation of consolidated management accounts and lender reporting, while also supporting the statutory audit and budgeting processes. This role is well-suited to someone with strong technical accounting expertise, particularly in relation to group consolidations and acquisition activity.
Duties
* Preparing consolidated monthly management accounts and commentary packs
* Managing the month-end reporting process across Germany, UK and European subsidiaries
* Posting consolidation adjustments and managing intercompany entries
* Producing quarterly reporting for external lenders
* Drafting technical accounting papers to support audit and acquisition activity
* Assisting with group-wide forecasting and budget consolidation
* Performing complex balance sheet reconciliations and reviews
* Supporting statutory accounts preparation and group audit processes
* Identifying and delivering process improvements across the finance function
* Providing ad hoc technical accounting support across group projects and new acquisitions
About the Successful Applicant
You will be fluent in German and ideally a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong grounding in group reporting and technical accounting. Advanced Excel skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently to tight deadlines. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset are also key to success in this role.
What You Will Receive in Return
You’ll be joining a business that values progression and development, offering the opportunity to work in a technically challenging environment with exposure to group-level financial reporting. The organisation supports hybrid working and encourages a healthy work-life balance, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.
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