Group Financial Accountant

Group Financial Accountant | Salford (hyrbid) | Up to £50,000 plus Bonus | PE Backed Professional Services

Job Overview:

Axon Moore are pleased to be working with a global PE Backed Professional Services business who are leading in their sector. With exceptional year on year growth and investment from a global PE House, the business has ambitious growth plans, both organic and through acquisition.

If you are ACA/ACCA qualified, looking for your first move out of practice into an Award Winning Employer, please do reach out for a confidential discussion.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the co-ordination of the annual audit and financial statement preparation process for the Group and its subsidiaries
• Liaise with the external auditors
• Assist in preparation and review of statutory returns
• Become a super user of the Group consolidation software
• Assist with the implementation of new IFRS and other reporting standards applicable to the Group, including non-financial measures such as climate reporting
• Preparation of accounting papers for new business lines & client contracts
• Involvement in adhoc financial reporting and financial systems projects, such as identifying & implementing improvements in reporting and consolidation processes
• Monthly management account preparation
• Review general ledger account reconciliations and monitor/ challenge outcomes
• Prepare and post consolidation adjustments
• Assist with the co-ordination and preparation of the budget for the Group
• Assist with the preparation of the monthly Board Report Analysis of results, identifying and providing commentary on key variances

Person Specification:

• ACA/ACCA Qualified
• First time mover from practice or have some industry experience
• Technically astute
• Advanced excel skills
• Willing to learn and take responsibility 

Benefits:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Free Onsite Gym plus classes
• Wellbeing programmes
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity leave
• Career progression opportunities