Group Financial Reporting Accountant - External Reporting

What we're looking for

We're looking for a new member of our External Reporting team, who will be responsible for assisting on Group consolidation and aspects of the Group's internal and external reporting requirements. This will include monthly management accounts, Group Quarterly & Annual accounts, lender reporting and other ad hoc reporting requirements.

What you'll be doing

Assist with production IFRS consolidated results for monthly management accounts and quarterly interim financial statements for external partners. Assist with the production of annual statutory accounts along with detailed note workings, including assisting in developing disclosures around sustainability and scenario modelling of various climate-related risks and opportunities Supporting the group cash flow production. Supporting local entities with IFRS15 reporting, assessing revenue recognition under IFRS 15 lens and transitioning new acquisitions Assisting with significant M&A accounting related activity and assisting with on-boarding new acquisitions to the group Maintenance of process notes for monthly, quarterly and annual processes Review of capex budget submissions and producing group capex budget pack Ad hoc reporting requests both internally as well other teams - Treasury, Tax, M&A, Divisional Finance Key Accountabilities: Timely and accurate production of various reporting packs, as well as production of quality detailed monthly consolidation reconciliations, suggestions for process and system improvements. You will also need to efficiently co-ordinate with business partners throughout the month end cycle. High quality outputs presented in a concise and easy-to-follow manner.

What qualifications we're looking for

Knowledge of IFRS, UK GAAP and relevant UK Law Prior experience of large multi-currency group consolidation a bonus Prior experience in using OneStream or HFM and Unit4 or the ability to learn reporting tool quickly Ability to work under pressure whilst maintain quality of deliverables Plans ahead, with a proven ability of meeting tight deadlines. You will need to consider information provided to you with a level of professional scepticism, and a personal drive for producing high quality work. Problem solving capability. Effective interpersonal skills and a team player Advanced MS Excel (Index match and VLOOKUP formulae), data manipulation and analysis Most importantly, you'll need to learn quickly and adapt to a constantly evolving business environment and Group structure Graduate level education (or equivalent) Qualified accountant: 2-3 years PQE, ACA/ CA(SA) or equivalent