Group Accountant

The Weir Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering business in Glasgow is seeking a qualified Group Accountant to join their finance team. The role involves management reporting, external reporting preparation, and governance maintenance. Ideal candidates will have a CA/ACA/CIMA qualification and experience in a FTSE350 entity. This is a hybrid position offering opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Experience of management reporting and Group statutory reporting, preferably with a FTSE350 entity.

Responsibilities

• Preparation, review and analysis of management reporting.
• Involvement in preparation of external reporting and analysis.
• Contribute to improving governance environment for reporting.

Skills

Management reporting

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

CA/ACA/CIMA/ICAS/ICAEW qualified

Minimum of two years post-qualification experience

Job description

Group Accountant

Hybrid

Glasgow

Purpose of Role: This position presents an excellent opportunity for a first class, qualified accountant to join our Group Finance Reporting function and further their career within a FTSE 100 public limited company.

The Group Finance Reporting Team are responsible for the consolidated internal management reporting to the Group Executive and Board, incorporating monthly management reports, forecast, budget and strategic plan. In terms of external reporting we are responsible for all financial aspects of the Group Annual Report, Interim statement and quarterly Interim management statements. We also manage the Group external audit engagement and reporting to the Audit Committee. We work alongside the Group’s divisional and local entity finance teams and other Head Office teams.

Why choose Weir

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor‑make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation, review and analysis of management reporting to support our Group consolidated results at month end, forecast and budget.
• Involvement in the preparation and review of external reporting and analysis for our Group Annual Report, Interim Statement and Subsidiary Statutory Accounts.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving a strong governance environment for reporting across the Group.
• Collaborate effectively with Group Treasury, Group Tax and finance teams across the Group on reporting and ad hoc projects.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviours in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge / Education and Qualifications

• CA/ACA/CIMA/ICAS/ICAEW qualified with a minimum of two years post‑qualification experience.
• Must possess a strong understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Experience of management reporting and Group statutory reporting, preferably with a FTSE350 entity with multiple currencies.
• Able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills when interfacing with senior management and an ability to work to a high level of accuracy, displaying attention to detail and the ability to conduct critical self‑review.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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