Senior Group Accountant

Job title : Senior Group Accountant

About the business

We are recruiting for an international professional services business with a strong reputation for innovation and excellence. They are looking for a Group Accountantto join their team and play a key role in their continued success.

Working Pattern

This is a hybrid working pattern based in Brierley Hill with 3 days in the office and 2 working from home.

Main duties:

• Prepare comprehensive financial packages for each subsidiary, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, meeting tight reporting deadlinesTake full accountability for the accuracy of all financial data within your subsidiary portfolio.
• Scrutinise the work of accountants, management accountants, and transaction teams, promptly investigating and resolving any discrepancies.
• Craft insightful variance reports with commentary, capital expenditure reports, and bad debt reviews, providing valuable business intelligence.
• Collaborate with the asset management team to gain a deep understanding of how the portfolio is performing.
• Assist the group financial accountant with finalising monthly management reports for review by both UK and Group Finance Directors.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable ledgers closely, ensuring their efficient and effective management.
• Complete VAT returns accurately and on time, adhering to all tax regulations.
• Create insightful cash flow forecasts to support strategic financial planning.
• Work closely with asset managers to guarantee consistent compliance with all banking consent requirements.
• Prepare year-end financial statements for each subsidiary, adhering to FRS 102 standards.
• Lead the creation of year-end audit packs and confidently communicate with external auditors throughout the process.
• Prepare detailed tax packs and maintain open communication with tax advisors. Review annual tax calculations and ensure accounts are prepared for submission to HMRC.
• Work collaboratively with tax advisors to ensure timely and effective responses to any HMRC enquiries.
• Assist in the management of the treasury function, including foreign accounts.
• Provide valuable assistance to the Financial Planning & Analysis team as required.
• Be prepared to tackle ad hoc analysis projects as needed, demonstrating your adaptability and problem-solving skills.

Location / Office / Culture

The role is based in Brierley Hill surrounded by an enthusiastic, knowledgeable team with great, supportive management. With a large international presence and an exciting atmosphere to work in with on site restaurant and fantastic offices.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong technical accounting knowledge specifically aligned with UK accounting standards.
• Prior experience with group accounting, consolidation, multi-currency reporting is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficient in using accounting software and financial systems.

Benefits to the role (this needs to be bullet pointed)

• Great team with internal progression
• On site restaurant
• Large business with international reach

About Us

We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly.