Robert Walters
Senior Group Financial Accountant
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Senior Group Financial Accountant – London
Salary: £65,000–£75,000 Location: London (hybrid working)
A leading global technology company is hiring a Senior Group Financial Accountant in London to support global financial reporting, tax compliance, and statutory accounting across multiple entities.
About the Role
Join a collaborative, inclusive team with flexible hybrid working, strong wellbeing benefits and unlimited opportunities for professional growth. This position is perfect for a dynamic accounting professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking environment.
Our clients appreciate financial transparency, consistent reporting, and compliance. But they also adore giving their team space to create their own career paths.
If you’re looking for an organisation that values responsible financial practices, thrives on knowledge-sharing, and rewards resilience and individuality, then you’ve found it.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the preparation of statutory accounts for UK and foreign entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant regulations.
- Aid in tax return production for both UK and international entities by:
- Gathering financial data
- Preparing supporting documentation
- Liaising with external advisors
- Assist with international payroll processes and benefits reporting, ensuring timely submissions across multiple jurisdictions.
- Collaborate on international sales tax reporting, compiling information from various sources and maintaining up-to-date records for audit purposes.
- Ensure the prompt submission of statistical returns (e.g., ONS submissions) to meet regulatory deadlines.
- Support month-end close activities for non-trading entities by:
- Reconciling accounts
- Preparing necessary journal entries
- Contribute to global R&D tax claims by:
- Collecting supporting evidence
- Liaising with internal stakeholders
- Participate in group audits by:
- Preparing schedules and documents
- Addressing auditor queries
- Sourcing and providing all necessary information
- Engage in ad hoc projects that emerge as the organisation evolves to meet changing business needs.
- Foster collaboration across finance functions to:
- Improve accounting processes and practices
- Promote a positive and harmonious team environment
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Candidate Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Fully qualified or part-qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) accountant.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience (ideally in practice) or within a fast-paced finance function for a global organisation.
- Prior exposure to statutory accounting, tax compliance, audit support, payroll processing, and process improvement initiatives.
- Direct experience required working with US entities, with a strong understanding of US tax requirements (a must).
- Experience with consolidation accounting is advantageous (not essential).
- In-depth knowledge of IFRS standards and UK tax legislation.
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Skills & Attributes
- Adaptable to a high-growth SaaS or technology-driven setting, where priorities can shift quickly.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills—able to collaborate effectively in hybrid or remote work environments.
- Proficient in accounting systems such as Sage (or similar), CRM tools, and advanced Excel functions.
- Experience working with SME structures and an understanding of how finance impacts broader business performance.
- Organised, tactical time management skills, with a proactive approach to upskilling and professional development.
Why This Company Stands Out
- Inclusive culture where individuals feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow.
- Proactive leadership that fosters open collaboration and encourages bold thinking.
- A flat organisational structure ensuring streamlined decisions and a healthy work-life balance.
- Commitment to wellbeing, diversity, and long-term career progression—supporting employees every step of the way.
- Hybrid working with flexibility to strike the right balance between office presence and remote work.
Why Apply?
If you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role—one where your expertise truly matters—then you’ve found the perfect opportunity.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and agency, and we welcome applications from all candidates.
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