As a Group Accountant based in Walton-On-Thames, you'll play a key role in managing financial processes and ensuring accurate reporting across the business. Your work will help maintain the smooth operation of accounting activities within the business.
Client Details
As a Group Accountant based in Walton-On-Thames, you'll play a key role in managing financial processes and ensuring accurate reporting across the business. Your work will help maintain the smooth operation of accounting activities within the business.
Description
· Prepare annual statutory accounts for the relevant companies within the Group.
· Ensure statutory accounts are prepared accurately and in accordance with applicable UK accounting standards and legal requirements.
· Maintain appropriate accounting records and supporting documentation.
· Maintaining inter-company ledgers and control accounts.
· Recording and reconciling inter-company transactions.
· Reconciling inter-company balances at least monthly.
· Corporation Tax.
· VAT.
· PAYE and payroll-related taxation.
· National Insurance obligations.
· Managing routine correspondence with HMRC.
· Responding to HMRC enquiries.
· Reviewing payroll information and payroll accounting records.
· Reconciling payroll accounts to the general ledger.
· Reconciling PAYE, National Insurance and other payroll deductions.
Profile
A successful Group Accountant should have:
- A recognised accountancy qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
- Strong technical accounting knowledge.
- Experience with group consolidations and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
Job Offer
- Salary ranging from £60,000 to £70,000 dependent on the level of experience.
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Office based (5 days)
- Parking Available
- Please note that this position is subject to a contractual notice period of six months for all employees within the Finance function.
If you're interested in this role, apply now.
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Group Accountant in Walton-on-Thames employer: Michael Page Finance Careers
As a Financial Accountant with a local authority in London, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining financial integrity and transparency within the public sector. The organisation fosters a supportive work culture that values professional development, offering opportunities for growth and advancement while contributing to meaningful community impact. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a vibrant city, where your expertise will play a crucial role in shaping effective financial operations.
Contact Details:
Michael Page Finance Careers Recruitment Team
