My client, a leading global engineering business, is looking to appoint a technically strong and commercially minded Group Financial Accountant to join their head office finance team in Warrington.
This is a senior role offering excellent exposure to complex technical accounting, external audit and senior finance stakeholders, with plenty of opportunity to take ownership and play a key role in developing a reporting model that can support the continued growth of the business.
With the business continuing to grow and evolve, no two days are the same. If you're an ambitious qualified accountant looking to take the next step away from practice and have greater ownership, autonomy and opportunity to develop, this could be a great fit.
What you'll be doing:
- Take ownership of the balance sheet for a portfolio of UK legal entities, covering areas including pensions, provisions, impairment, investments, joint ventures, intercompany and financing, with responsibility for monthly review and sign-off ahead of Group submission.
- Lead the preparation of high-quality statutory accounts and provide audit support, proactively identifying and resolving technical accounting issues.
- Manage defined areas of the UK consolidation process, including intercompany positions, consolidation journals and detailed analytical reviews.
- Provide cover and support to the Group Reporting Manager across statutory reporting, Group reporting, audit and technical accounting activities.
- Lead external reporting requirements for newly acquired or changing businesses, establishing clear ownership, processes, controls and reporting timetables.
- Work closely with Management Accounts teams to ensure operating performance remains close to the business, while providing specialist oversight of technical and statutory matters.
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting through standardisation, automation and better use of data and systems.
- Own and review technical balance sheet and non-operating items as part of monthly legal-entity review and certification processes.
- Prepare technical accounting papers and support key half-year and year-end judgements, disclosures and analytical reviews.
- Get involved in wider technical accounting, reporting and finance transformation projects alongside the External Reporting Manager and Head of Finance.
What we're looking for:
- ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification, with strong experience in statutory accounts and external reporting gained either within practice audit or a complex, multi-entity group.
- Strong practical knowledge of IFRS, FRS 101 and FRS 102.
- The ability to work through complex transactions, journals and balance sheet movements, applying sound judgement and producing well-supported conclusions.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability, with confidence working across large and complex datasets and turning analysis into clear insights.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical accounting matters clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
- A high level of ownership and independence, with the ability to manage competing priorities and reporting deadlines effectively.
- Experience of Group reporting or consolidation within a multi-entity environment; multi-currency experience would be beneficial.
- Good understanding of general ledger and sub-ledger transactions, period-end close and balance sheet reconciliations, with a strong focus on financial controls.
- Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations or reporting changes within a growing organisation.
- Experience with ERP, consolidation or reporting systems, alongside the ability to lead cross-functional workstreams or support and coach colleagues.
If you're a qualified accountant looking for a role where you can step away from the constraints of practice, take real ownership and gain broader exposure across a growing international business, I'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please get in touch today!
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Group Reporting Accountant in Warrington employer: Robert Walters Careers
Join a leading organisation in Walsall that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. As a Group Financial Controller, you will benefit from competitive salary packages, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a significant impact on the company's financial strategy. With a commitment to compliance and efficiency, this role offers a rewarding environment where your expertise will be recognised and appreciated.
