Group Accountant

Location: Ipswich, SuffolkJob Type: Full Time, Permanent

Join a High-Growth Business Where Your Expertise Makes a Real Impact

Are you a qualified accountant looking for a role that offers both responsibility and opportunity?

We're seeking a talented Group Accountant to join an ambitious, award-winning organisation. As the business enters its next phase of growth, this is an exciting opportunity to become a key member of the finance team, contributing to the delivery of accurate financial reporting, strong governance, and continuous process improvement.

Working closely with the Financial Controller, you'll play a vital role in weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reporting activities, while also helping to drive strategic finance projects and system enhancements.

The Role

As Group Accountant, you'll be responsible for supporting the finance function across a broad range of financial reporting and control activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the review of monthly Group Management Accounts.
• Review journals and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support the preparation of statutory accounts and coordinate with external auditors.
• Produce and investigate balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensure the correct application of accounting policies and maintain robust financial controls and governance.
• Lead and support finance improvement projects, including the implementation of new systems and processes.
• Provide support with daily finance operations, including customer receipt allocations, settlement calculations and inbox management.
• Work collaboratively across the finance team to improve efficiency and reporting standards.

About You

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys both technical accounting and process improvement.

Essential Requirements

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACCA or ICAEW).
• Minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including SUMIFS, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and data analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

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