Group Financial AccountantWe are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Group Financial Accountant to join a Group Finance function. This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to apply their technical expertise in a fast-paced international group.You'll play a key role in the consolidation and reporting of group financial results, working closely with senior finance stakeholders.
- Location: Crawley
- 12 month FTC
- Salary: £60-£80K (Depending on experience).
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly group consolidations, across multiple entities and currencies.
- Assist in the preparation of group financial statements in line with IFRS or relevant reporting standards.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
- Ensure financial data integrity across group entities and support process improvements for group reporting.
- Collaborate with regional finance teams and contribute to continuous improvement of consolidation and reporting tools.
- Provide analysis and support for ad hoc projects, including business disposals and other corporate activities.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent), trained in a practice environment.
- Proven group consolidation experience in a multi-entity corporate structure.
- Experience working with multi-currency consolidations and foreign exchange impacts.
- Strong group financial reporting experience with attention to accuracy and detail.
- Advanced Excel skills
Desirable Skills & Experience:
- Experience working within an international group
- Understanding of corporate tax principles or involvement in tax reporting.
- Familiarity with Cognos or similar financial reporting/consolidation systems.
- Exposure to accounting for disposals, discontinued operations, or business carve-outs.