At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial data consolidation and collaborate with teams for accurate reporting.
- Company: Join EG Group, a leading global convenience retailer with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Access to apprenticeships, free parking, and dress down Fridays.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in finance while working in a dynamic, supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in group accounting and IFRS knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based (Relocating to Bolton)
Contract: Full Time / Permanent
Salary: Circa £65,000 Dependent on experience + Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
About the Role: Our Group Finance Team has a new opportunity for a Group Finance Consolidation Manager. This key position oversees the consolidation process of financial information across the organisation on a monthly basis, ensuring accurate and timely consolidation of financial data and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to address accounting and reporting requirements. The Manager provides a consolidated view of the organisation’s financial performance.
What you’ll be doing:
- Manage the end‑to‑end consolidation process, including collecting, validating, and consolidating financial data from reporting units.
- Oversee the consolidated financial close, including special accounting periods (e.g. year‑end), and manage foreign exchange rates within the system.
- Prepare consolidated financial data in accordance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee intercompany transactions and reconciliations, ensuring accurate elimination and consolidation of intercompany balances and transactions.
- Stay up to date with accounting policies and standards, ensuring compliance and consistency across the consolidation process.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including finance and tax, to ensure accurate and timely consolidation of financial data.
- Continuously evaluate and improve the consolidation process, streamlining workflows and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Coordinate with external auditors during the annual audit process, addressing audit queries and ensuring timely completion of audit deliverables.
- Support the implementation of the Group’s financial consolidation tool, ensuring data integrity and optimising reporting capabilities.
- Take ownership of the consolidation tool once live, ensuring its full integration into the month‑end close process.
- Develop and maintain compliance with internal controls within the consolidation process.
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.
What we’re looking for:
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or Equivalent
- Technically strong and knowledge of IFRS
- Experience in group accounting function – Preferred
- Experience in preparing financial statements – Preferred
- Experience with consolidation – Preferred
Why Join EG Group:
- Performance Based Bonus Scheme
- Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications
- Career development and progression opportunities within a global organization.
- Free Secure Car Parking
- Dress Down Fridays
- Prayer and Ablution Facilities
- Work Anniversary Rewards
- Free Eye Test
Who is EG Group? EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 7 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.
Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.
Group Finance Consolidation Manager in Blackburn employer: EG Group
EG Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Blackburn with a strong focus on employee development and career progression within a global organisation. With benefits such as a performance-based bonus scheme, access to apprenticeships, and a supportive culture that includes dress down Fridays and work anniversary rewards, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. Join us to be part of a leading convenience retailer that values innovation and customer service while providing a fulfilling and rewarding workplace.
