Group Accounting

<p class="x_MsoNormal" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Anderson Knight are seeking a highly skilled Group Accountant to lead the consolidation and technical accounting function across our organisation.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" aria-hidden="true"> <p class="x_MsoNormal">This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely and compliant group financial reporting, supporting both statutory and management reporting and providing insight that informs strategic decision-making.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" aria-hidden="true"> <p class="x_MsoNormal">The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, proven consolidation experience and a proactive approach to driving process improvements across a multi-entity environment.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" aria-hidden="true"> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><b> </b></p> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements in compliance with UK GAAP.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Manage group-level reporting to the parent company, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Oversee intercompany reconciliations, eliminations, and foreign currency adjustments.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Drive continual improvements in group reporting processes, systems, and data integrity.</li> </ul> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Support the preparation of annual statutory accounts for the group and its subsidiaries.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Liaise with external auditors, ensuring smooth year-end audits and timely submissions.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Ensure full compliance with UK financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.</li> </ul> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Deliver group-level financial analysis, variance commentary, and KPIs to senior leadership.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Consolidate business unit budgets and forecasts, providing insights into performance trends.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Identify opportunities and risks to enhance financial performance and efficiency.</li> </ul> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Review subsidiary submissions for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal accounting policies.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Maintain and enhance internal controls, ensuring a robust governance framework across the group.</li> </ul> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Contribute to finance transformation initiatives, including ERP and reporting system enhancements.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Support process automation and optimisation projects to streamline group consolidation activities.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Provide technical accounting input for strategic projects, including corporate restructures and acquisitions.</li> </ul> <p class="x_MsoNormal" aria-hidden="true"> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><b>Candidate Requirements</b></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" aria-hidden="true"> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CA).</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Professional experience in group consolidation, multi-entity reporting, and technical accounting.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Strong proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Deep knowledge of UK GAAP, including complex accounting standards and consolidation principles.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to influence across all levels.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Comfortable operating in a fast-paced commercial environment, delivering results under tight deadlines.</li> </ul> <p class="x_MsoNormal" aria-hidden="true"> <p class="x_MsoNormal">This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong, detail-oriented accountant to play a central role in ensuring robust financial reporting and driving continuous improvements across a dynamic group environment.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" aria-hidden="true"> <p class="x_MsoNormal">For more information and to apply, please submit an up to date CV now.</p>