Group Accountant

Group Accountant | Leeds | Hybrid | Full-time | 2-Year Fixed Term Contract | Exciting International Group

This is an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified accountant who has either an industry background, or is a first-time mover from practice, to gain exposure to acquisitions and systems implementation.

Your new companyWe are delighted to be recruiting for an outstanding opportunity on behalf of a leading organisation within a dynamic and growing international group. With a strong UK presence and a reputation for innovation and excellence, this role offers a unique chance to contribute to exciting projects, including systems implementation, while enjoying a great company culture and hybrid working flexibility.

Your new role

• Monthly Accounts Management: Lead the preparation and review of monthly accounts, ensuring precision and timeliness.
• Financial Reporting: Produce reconciled monthly and year-end accounts in line with agreed timetables, maintaining the highest standards of accuracy.
• Strategic Finance Projects: Drive central finance tasks and projects, including Capex analysis and sustainability initiatives, contributing to our long-term financial strategy.
• Technical Accounting Expertise: Provide robust technical accounting input, specialising in IFRS and FRS102, to support our financial integrity.
• Quarterly IFRS Reporting: Assist with the preparation of quarterly external IFRS reports, forming the foundation of the company's SE's consolidated, audited financial statements.
• Reporting Systems Development: Enhance and develop local and group reporting systems to support management, streamline processes, and standardise reporting.
• Audit Coordination: Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure seamless audit processes and compliance.
• Statutory Accounts Preparation: Oversee the preparation of annual statutory accounts and provide essential support during external audits.
• Acquisition Integration: Play a key role in the integration of acquisitions, ensuring smooth financial transitions and alignment with our corporate standards.

What you'll need to succeed

• ACCA/ CIMA/ ACA qualification
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Lookups)
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Experience of the preparation and interpretation of management and statutory accounts
• Technical knowledge of IFRS / FRS102

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid working
• Car allowance
• Discretionary bonus
• Opportunity for professional development

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