Financial Accountant - West Midlands

Stonegate Group; Bilston; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee discounts

Life Assurance

Pay on demand

Learning & Development programmes

Job summary

Stonegate Group is seeking a Qualified Accountant to join the Financial Reporting team in the UK. You will ensure accurate accounting at both entity and group levels, prepare IFRS16 journals, and support the year-end audit with clean reconciliations.

You will also prepare subsidiary statutory accounts and help transition to electronic filing in 2028. The role requires strong Excel skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to work under deadlines while collaborating with external auditors and

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with up to 2 years' PQE and strong technical skills.
• Excellent Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.
• MS Dynamics 365/Navision experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate accounting at entity and group levels to support reporting at multiple levels.
• Prepare and post journals for IFRS 16 lease accounting using MRI ProLease and Excel.
• Support year-end audit and maintain clean balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare subsidiary statutory accounts and transition to electronic filing in 2028.
• Investigate variances and liaise with external auditors and other stakeholders.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Autonomy

Variance analysis

Education

CA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

MS Dynamics 365/Navision

Job description

Reporting to the Financial Reporting Manager, the successful candidate will sit within the team responsible for ensuring the underlying financial records accurately reflect the results of the Group and its subsidiaries, that the Group is accurately consolidated and reported as such and all accounting and reporting requirements are met. The role holder must ensure each Key Responsibility is completed within strict deadlines whilst identifying and evaluating opportunities to streamline and improve existing processes., Ensure accurate accounting for transactions at entity level and Group level such that reporting can be run at various levels to support the business. Prepare and post journals for the IFRS 16 Lease accounting across part of the Group using MRI ProLease and MS Excel, liaising with teams across the business to ensure accuracy of the numbers. Support the year end audit process to help deliver Group accounts along with clean balance sheet reconciliations, also being a key point of contact for the external auditor. Prepare subsidiary statutory accounts using MS Excel and MS Word, ensuring these are filed on time with Companies House. Going forward, help deliver a smooth transition with an upcoming change from paper filing to electronic filing in 2028. Ensure good working relationships with key external parties that are touchpoints for the team such as the external auditor, secretarial support, and others where applicable. Prepare intercompany reconciliations as required that are to a high standard and investigate with the wider teams any variances to expectation in a timely manner. Complete and submit Office for National Statistics (ONS) surveys. Support in the transition to the Cloud for MS Dynamics 365/Navision. Ad hoc work to support the team and wider Group Accounting & Reporting teams as required.
Qualified Accountant (CA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA), ideally with up to 2 years' PQE and strong technical skills; Very competent in Excel; and MS Dynamics 365/Navision experience desired but not essential. Key Skills Required: Genuine interest in Financial Accounting and Reporting Competent and comfortable with using Excel Excellent time management and organisational skills to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and self-prioritise work when required Thorough and accurate with a high level of attention to detail Excellent communication skills across all levels, both within finance and across the business Ability to work autonomously and proactively, whilst ensuring that key members of the Financial Reporting and wider accounts team are kept informed of progress Ability to investigate variances and get to the root cause rather than simply reporting them
Stonegate Group is the UK's largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues, including Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld, to name a few. We're proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms-including neurodiversity. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive., At Stonegate, we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best. That's why we're committed to supporting the health, happiness, and overall wellbeing of every team member. From lifestyle perks and flexible support to mental health resources, our benefits are designed to help you thrive, both in and out of work.

• 25 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave each year
• Bonus Scheme
• Access to discounted Private Medical Insurance through Vitality
• Exclusive discounts on Dental Insurance
• Reward Card via the MiXR app, giving you and your friends 25% off food and drinks as well as VIP entry across our Managed Estate
• Life Assurance which gives access to Help @ Hand
• Access to your pay early via Stream
• The Stonegate Xtra portal with access to a wide range of high street discounts and offers
• Discounted access to David Lloyd membership
• Award winning Learning & Development programmes to drive your career