Group Accountant (Temp - 3 Months) in City of London

Group Accountant with Immediate start. London / Hybrid, Temporary Assignment (approximately 3 months)

We’re looking for a Group Accountant to join the finance team of a global travel business, supporting consolidated reporting, statutory accounts, financial controls and regulatory compliance.

Group Accountant, Responsibilities

• Supporting the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated accounts and reporting in line with IFRS.
• Assisting with the delivery of accurate Group accounts to management, the Board and external stakeholders.
• Maintaining and enhancing the Group financial control environment, particularly around consolidation and reporting.
• Managing balance sheet reconciliations and monthly variance analysis, investigating movements and identifying potential issues.
• Supporting the preparation of Group financial statements, disclosures and regulatory reporting.
• Working closely with Treasury to reconcile and explain movements in investments and debt.
• Supporting the external audit process and ensuring audit requirements are delivered accurately and on time.
• Preparing technical accounting papers and memos in accordance with IFRS and relevant local standards.
• Supporting regulatory compliance and the ongoing development of Group finance policies and processes.
• Working with the Head of Tax on the implementation and maintenance of the Group’s transfer pricing policy.
• Contributing to wider finance transformation, process improvement and business priorities.

Group Accountant, Skills Required

• You’ll ideally be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong technical and analytical background. We will also consider those ‘qualified by experience’.
• Proven experience in group accounting, financial reporting, audit or financial control.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and statutory reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to investigate variances and clearly explain financial movements.
• Excellent attention to detail and an understanding of how interconnected finance systems impact reporting.
• Experience working within a multinational or international organisation.
• The ability to communicate complex accounting matters clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• A technology-focused mindset and the ability to quickly adapt to new systems and processes.

Global Accountant, Additional Information

• 3 month Temporary role starting ASAP
• Hybrid with the offices in central London
• Paying up to £30p/h depending on experience
• Working Mon – Fri

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