Group Accountant

Gleeson; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Share Purchase Plan

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Job summary

Gleeson is seeking a qualified accountant to join the Group Finance team as a Group Accountant. You will oversee monthly and year-end consolidations across the PLC and seven trading subsidiaries, ensuring IFRS compliance and accurate reporting.

The role includes budgeting, liaison with external auditors, and supporting tax returns, with the opportunity to contribute to group-wide finance projects. Previous practice-to-industry experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with 1–2 years post qualification experience preferred.
• Experience in industry after practice is desirable.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS).
• Experience with group accounts and consolidations is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Monthly consolidation and preparation of Group results.
• Half year results consolidation and interim accounts reporting.
• Year end consolidation and statutory financial statements including PLC accounts and 7 trading subsidiaries (IFRS).
• Consolidating the annual budget and preparing budget reporting packs.
• Providing accounting support to operating divisions.
• Liaising with external auditors during annual audit.
• Supporting timely tax returns and payments.
• Reporting cash position of the Group with daily tracking and forecasting.
• Ad hoc projects / analysis as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Will do attitude

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA/ICAEW)

Job description

Job Introduction

This role reports to the Senior Group Accountant and works closely with the Deputy Group Financial Controller and Group Financial Controller as part of a highly skilled and professional Group Finance team. This key role will be responsible for accurate and timely consolidated financial reporting for the Group.

Main Responsibilities

• Monthly consolidation and preparation of Group results
• Half year results consolidation and interim accounts reporting
• Year end results consolidation and statutory financial statements including PLC consolidated accounts and 7 trading subsidiaries (all IFRS)
• Consolidating the annual budget and preparing budget reporting packs
• Providing accounting support to the operating divisions
• Liaising with external auditors during the annual audit process
• Supporting the timely completion of tax returns and payments
• Reporting the cash position of the Group through accurate daily tracking and forecasting
• Ad hoc projects / analysis as required

The Ideal Candidate

Key skills

• Attention to detail and quality work – strive to deliver highly-quality work at all times as part of a highly motivated, professional team
• Ability to work collaboratively –supportthe team to deliver against deadlines, ask questions, and get involved in projects with other departments outside Finance
• Strong communication skills – ability to summarise information, provide regular progress updates, and relay key messages'Will do' attitude - willingness to get things done, take on new projects and manage own workload

Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant, ideally 1-2 years post qualified experience
• Would suit a first-time mover from practice into industry
• Ideally Big 4 / Top 10 trained
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS)
• Experience with group accounts and consolidations would be helpful

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum + bank holidays
• Choice of company car/ car allowance
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Holiday Buy and Carry Over Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance Scheme
• Healthshield membership
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Share Purchase Plan
• Highstreet/ Store Discounts
• Development Opportunities