Group Financial Accountant

Reed Finance are delighted to be partnering with our client to appoint a Group Financial Accountant. An excellent opportunity to join a well-established, people-focused organisation. This is a pivotal role within the Finance team, taking ownership of all aspects of financial accounting and acting as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders.

As a senior member of the accounting function, you will lead on statutory reporting, ensure strong financial controls, supervise team members, and help drive continuous improvement across financial processes. This position offers a fantastic platform to grow your management, commercial and technical skills within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts for all entities
• Ensure full tax and statutory compliance, meeting all reporting standards and deadlines
• Prepare and submit statutory returns including VAT, PAYE
• Manage General Ledgers and maintain consistent chart of accounts
• Oversee the month-end process, ensuring accuracy and timely close
• Prepare and review all balance sheet reconciliations and lead schedules
• Drive process improvements and strengthen financial controls
• Manage intercompany accounting, invoicing and reconciliation of intercompany balances
• Prepare monthly consolidated trial balance, P&L, balance sheet and cashflow statements
• Act as key liaison for external auditors during the annual statutory audit
• Work with tax advisors and review corporation tax computations

About You

Essential:

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Strong technical financial accounting and tax experience
• Skilled in preparing statutory accounts and corporation tax computations
• Solid understanding of financial controls and processes
• Confident supervising and supporting team members
• Advanced Excel skills

Why Join?

This organisation places people at the heart of its culture. With a long-standing commitment to developing and investing in employees, you'll be joining a company that genuinely cares about your growth, wellbeing and long-term success.