Job Description
Group Financial Accountant - £65-70k
A leading, international business services firm is looking to recruit a Group Accountant. This role is ideally suited to a recently qualified accountant preferably with a strong background in a recognised firm of Chartered Accountants.
The Finance function is a global operation responsible for planning, reporting, accounting, and ensuring robust financial controls.
The Role – Responsibilities
* Support the preparation of monthly group management accounts, including consolidation of international entities.
* Review balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and quality.
* Produce central reconciliations for technically complex accounting areas.
* Maintain and update the financial ledger system.
* Prepare statutory financial statements for UK legal entities using specialist accounting software.
* Assist with audit requests for both UK and overseas operations.
* Identify opportunities for control enhancement and process improvement across the finance function.
* Support senior finance stakeholders with technical accounting memos and analysis.
* Respond to ad hoc requests from leadership as required.
Key Requirements
* Strong accounting foundation.
* Newly qualified ACA or equivalent professional qualification.
* Excellent Excel capability.
* Proven experience in accounts preparation, ideally using specialist reporting software.
* Strong organisational and project management skills.
* Ability to thrive under tight deadlines with resilience and drive.
* A proactive, growth-oriented mindset.
What You Can Expect
* A fast-paced environment with clear deliverables and ownership.
* High levels of autonomy and responsibility.
* Supportive professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.
* A collaborative, open culture centred around feedback and continuous improvement