Group Accountant

The Group Accountant will be responsible for managing and overseeing the financial consolidation process within the financial services sector. This temporary role in London requires strong accounting expertise and attention to detail to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Client Details

This organisation operates within the financial services industry and is recognised as a medium-sized company with a focus on delivering high-quality financial solutions. The company is based in London and maintains a professional and structured working environment.

Description

• Manage the group consolidation process, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with regional finance teams to gather accurate and timely financial data.
• Analyse consolidation adjustments and provide explanations for key variances.
• Ensure proper intercompany reconciliations and eliminations are performed.
• Support the audit process by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Assist with the implementation of process improvements within the consolidation framework.
• Provide technical accounting guidance as needed to support the team.

Profile

A successful Group Consolidations Accountant should have:

• A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Experience with Oracle (preferable).
• Recent experience within Financial Services.
• Experience in group consolidations within the accounting and finance field.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS or UK GAAP standards.
• Proficiency in financial reporting tools and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work effectively under time constraints in a temporary role.

Job Offer

• The chance to work in the heart of London within the financial services industry.
• Exposure to a well-structured and professional accounting environment.
• Opportunities to enhance technical accounting skills and knowledge.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Group Accountant seeking a temporary role in London. If you meet the criteria, we encourage you to apply today!