Group Accountant
Location: Altrincham (5 days on-site)
Salary: £55,000–£60,000 + onsite parking - Permanent
Robert Half is partnering with a privately owned international group to recruit a Group Accountant for their Altrincham head office. The organisation operates across a diverse range of sectors and continues to pursue growth opportunities globally. This is a rare chance to join a dynamic, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
This role offers broad exposure, senior stakeholder interaction, and genuine ability to influence the finance function making it an excellent step for a first-time mover looking to gain hands-on commercial experience within an ambitious group structure.
The Role
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will work closely with divisional leaders and senior executives, providing high-quality financial information and insight. This is a varied, hands-on role covering all areas of management accounting, reporting and financial control.
Responsibilities include:
* Preparation of monthly management accounts across several group businesses
* Working with business leaders to provide commercial insight and support decision-making
* Production of board packs and participation in board meetings over time
* End-to-end accounting responsibilities including invoice processing, bank reconciliations and reporting
* Preparation of VAT returns
* Tracking profitability by project or contract
* Supporting assessment of new opportunities and acquisitions
* Short-term cashflow forecasting
* Annual budgeting and forecasting with business leaders
* Year-end accounts preparation in conjunction with external auditors
* Developing and presenting KPIs to drive performance
* Gross profit analysis and wider ad-hoc projects as the group continues to grow
About You
We’re looking for someone who brings energy, curiosity and a proactive mindset. Key attributes include:
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
* Strong communicator with emotional maturity and a collaborative approach
* Self-starter comfortable working independently in a hands-on role
* Excellent IT skills
* Thrives in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment
Why Apply?
* Broad, varied role with real influence
* Direct exposure to senior leadership across multiple sectors
* Fantastic step for a first-time mover wanting true commercial experience
* Onsite parking and modern office environment
* Opportunity to progress within a continually expanding group
If you believe your experience aligns with the requirements of this role and you are seeking a progressive opportunity within an ambitious group environment, please get in touch to discuss your application in confidence.