Group Accountant in Hook Norton

This hybrid role (3 days in the office / 2 days flexible) is within easy walking distance of London Euston and Kings Cross railway stations! This privately equity backed group has an exceptional customer base and comprises a number of group companies that complement each other, generating multiple recurring revenue streams.

The role requires a technically strong qualified accountant with prior experience of working as a Group Accountant or auditing group companies.

What will you be doing?

The Group Accountant reports to the Group Financial Controller and manages a small team of part qualified staff. The company uses Xero accountancy software and makes extensive use of Excel. Your responsibilities will include:

• Responsibility for all aspects of month end management accounts and statutory reporting processes (UK GAAP & IFRS), consolidating results from multiple UK and US entities.
• Ensure all statutory reporting requirements are submitted on a timely basis, including CT, VAT & R&D tax credit submissions.
• Being the key point of contact for external auditors.
• Review of balance sheet reconciliations for all group companies.
• Cashflow reporting and treasury management including some client cash accounting funds.
• Accounting for and processing group cost recharges.
• Lead and develop a small team.
• Take the initiative on improving processes and procedures, making best use of technology (including AI) to ensure that the business can scale up whilst being highly efficient.
• Work with the Head of FP&A to ensure the flow of high quality and accurate data & insights.
• Work with the group Financial Controller and other senior leadership team members on the delivery of ad-hoc projects.

What are we looking for?

This is an exciting time to join a highly successful and growing company where you can utilise your accounting skills and experience whilst continuing to develop on a professional and personal level. The company takes great pride in its open and progressive culture where everyone can have their say and make a positive difference!

Key skills and experience we require are:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA) with prior experience of working in a similar group accounting role or seeking their first move from public practice.
• Great IT skills (particularly Excel) with a strong interest in implementing new technology to improve processes and efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills (at all levels) with the ability to influence and inspire.
• Passionate about accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Highly efficient but relaxed in style; the company has a friendly and collegiate culture where staff take personable accountability but love working as part of a team.
• A good level of self-awareness able to identify personal development needs as well as key strengths that contribute to the overall success of the business.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to a competitive salary, the business provides an excellent range of benefits including a decent matching pension scheme, 4X life assurance, health cash care plan, 27 days leave plus bank holidays, an additional day for volunteering and hybrid working.

Please note: Candidates MUST be committed to working in the office 3 days per week (2 days WFH / flexible) and have the right to work in the UK on a permanent basis without the need for sponsorship.