Group Accountant

Axon Moore Group Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Axon Moore Group Ltd is seeking a commercially minded Group Accountant to join a growing Group Finance function in Bolton with 1 day WFH. The role supports consolidation, intercompany activity, and statutory reporting across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate will hold ACA/ACCA/CIMA and have advanced Excel skills, strong analytical ability, and comfort with complex data. Manufacturing experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification is required.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to work with complex financial data.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to investigate variances and trends.
• Manufacturing experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly consolidation and preparation of Group management accounts.
• Oversee intercompany reconciliations and group cash flow reporting.
• Support the Group audit process and preparation of statutory accounts.
• Lead quarterly balance sheet reviews and maintain reporting accuracy.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

Group Accountant
Bolton - 1 day wfh
Circa 55k plus benefits

We are working on an opportunity for a commercially minded and detail oriented Group Accountant to join a growing and dynamic Group Finance function. This role would be suitable for a first time mover looking for their first role in industry.

Reporting to the Group Reporting Manager, this role will play a key part in supporting the financial reporting, consolidation and control processes across a multi-entity business. Working closely with Finance teams across the Group, you will be responsible for supporting accurate and timely management reporting, cash flow forecasting, intercompany reconciliations and statutory reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the monthly consolidation and preparation of Group management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
• Take ownership of Group costs and recharges across the business.

• Lead the weekly consolidation
• Provide consolidated cash flow updates and reporting to the CFO.
• Monitor intercompany balances

• Support the Group audit process, including preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of Group statutory accounts and disclosure notes.
• Take ownership of the statutory accounts process for UK entities.

• Ensure Group reporting is consistent with Group accounting policies and UK FRS 102.
• Lead monthly and quarterly balance sheet reviews with individual entities.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of Group financial reporting and management information.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen financial controls and improve reporting processes.

• Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders to support financial performance and decision-making.

You will have:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with complex financial data.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to investigate variances and identify trends.
• Manufacturing experience would be advantageous.