Group Financial Accountant

Portsmouth 1-2 days per week / hybrid

£50-55k

We are partnering a global professional services and solutions business with their search for a technically strong Accountant to support their growing business. A PE backed business, they have a rapid growth trajectory and are looking for someone ambitious with a strong academic record to join their team.

The Role

The role is responsible for supporting the Group Accounting Manager, with a focus on Statutory Reporting. It includes being a key point of contact for the Group audit and assisting with the production of the Group financial statements. This role will also assist with technical accounting support across the Group and work with the Group Accounting & Acquisitions Manager on any M&A accounting which may be required.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of year end statutory accounts and the year end audit process
Work closely with the Group’s External Auditors in their audit of technical accounting areas, working with the Group Accounting and Acquisitions Manager
Act as a point of technical accounting knowledge for the wider finance teams and be pro-active in sharing knowledge and advice, including ensuring group accounting policies are in place and for keeping these up to date
Assist with improvements to the financial reporting processes. Identify weaknesses in control processes, suggest improvements, and formalize the changes across the business.
Support with ad hoc projects, including M&A work.
Liaise with external consultants, including technical accounting advisors and M&A advisors

About you:

Newly qualified, either from a large firm of Accountants or a global commercial business (ACA or ACCA)
Up to date knowledge of all aspects of IFRS and particularly IFRS 3, IFRS 9, IFRS 15 and IFRS 16.
Ideally experience of working on a Group audit for a large, complex organisation
Good communication skills, teamwork and collaboration skills with executives, auditors and external advisors
Strong organisation and project management skills – ability to manage multiple projects with competing demands
Agile learner able to thrive in a fast-paced, growing business with an ambition to progress

The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working (1-2 days at their Portsmouth office with occasional travel to the London offices) and free parking alongside a range of benefits.

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